The main difference between the Thule Vital Hydration Pack and the Thule Accent 23L Black is that the Vital Hydration Pack has Sternum / Chest Straps (Sternum strap) while the Accent 23L Black does not.
Specs | Brand | Thule | Thule |
Name | Vital Hydration Pack | Accent 23L Black | |
Category | Hydration | Laptop | |
Sub Category | Outdoor | Travel | |
Capacity (L) | 6L | 23L | |
Dimensions (in) | 8.7 x 3.5 x 17.5 | 10.4 x 1.2 x 15.2 | |
Weight (lb) | 1.2 | 2.16 | |
Fabric | Nylon | 100% recycled 1680 polyester | |
Color | 2 colors and patterns | Black | |
Warranty | Thule Guarantee | ||
Release Date | January 16, 2018 | September 21, 2017 | |
Rating | 4.6 | 4.5 | |
Price | Under $150 | Under $200 | |
General Features | Shoulder Straps | Adjustable shoulder straps | Straight - adjustable padded strap |
Sternum / Chest Straps | Sternum strap | ||
Zippers | Nylon zipper with metal pulls | ||
Main Compartment Access | Normal zipped access | Normal top two way zip access | |
External Pockets | Zipped top pocket and 2 quick access side pockets | 1 side zipped pocket, 1 side mesh pocket, zipped top pocket, front zipped pocket | |
Internal Compartments | Internal hydration sleeve, pump sleeves, and and zipped pocket for keys or small essentials | SafeZone compartment with hidden pocket behind removable hard-shell cup safeguards a phone, sunglasses or other valuables | |
Side Pockets | Side pockets can fit nutrition snacks | 2 side pockets | |
Water Bottle | No | Yes | |
Handles | Top grab handle | ||
Loops and Attachments | Light loop attachment | ||
Lightweight | Yes | ||
Business & School Features | Laptop Sleeve | Padded; 15.6" PC or 15" MacBook and 10" tablet | |
Tablet Sleeve | Padded | ||
Organizer Pocket | Internal organizer sleeve pockets | ||
Travel Features | Luggage Straps / Trolley Sleeve | Pass-through panel | |
Hiking / Backpacking Features | Back Panel | Padded | |
Ventilated Back | Ventilated back panel | ||
Hydration Features | Bladder Size | Includes 2.5L Hydrapak reservoir | |
Hydration Compatible | YEs | ||
Other Features | Other Features | Retrakt magnetic hose return system |
Thule 's Vital Hydration Pack is a Hydration backpack with Outdoor features while Thule 's Accent 23L Black is a Laptop backpack with Travel features.
The Thule Vital Hydration Pack has a capacity of 6L (liters), weighs 1.2 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 8.7 x 3.5 x 17.5 . It's made of Nylon and is available in 2 colors and patterns in comparison the Thule Accent 23L Black's capacity is 23L with a size of 10.4 x 1.2 x 15.2 inches. Constructed from 100% recycled 1680 polyester it weighs 2.16 pounds and is available in Black.
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