Tortuga Setout Divide Backpack vs eBags Mother Lode Travel Backpack

The main difference between the Tortuga Setout Divide Backpack and the eBags Mother Lode Travel Backpack is that the Setout Divide Backpack has Hip Belt / Waist Strap (Padded removable hip belt) while the Mother Lode Travel Backpack does not.

Tortuga Setout Divide Backpack Front View
eBags Mother Lode Travel Backpack Front View
Specs Brand Tortuga eBags
Name Setout Divide Backpack Mother Lode Travel Backpack
Category Carry On Travel
Sub Category Travel Carry On
Capacity (L) 34L
Dimensions (in) 20 x 13 x 6 22 x 14 x 10
Weight (lb) 3.8 3.9
Fabric 900D Polyester Polyester
Color Grey 6 colors and patterns
Warranty Tortuga Common Decency Guarantee eBags Limited Lifetime Warranty
Release Date June 26, 2020
Rating 4.7 4.7
Price Under $200 Under $150
General Features Shoulder Straps Padded shoulder straps Padded, adjustable shoulder straps
Sternum / Chest Straps Sternum strap Removable, adjustable sternum strap
Hip Belt / Waist Strap Padded removable hip belt
Water Proof / Water Resistant Durable water repellent coating
Zippers Lockable YKK zippers
Main Compartment Access Clamshell Clamshell
External Pockets Large front pocket and zipped side pocket 2 front, top and side zipped pockets
Internal Compartments Expandable main compartment with internal mesh divider Interior zip-around mesh panel pocket
Side Pockets Side pocket can fit water bottle Side pocket can fit water bottle
Water Bottle Yes Yes
Handles Padded top and side handles Top, bottom and side carry handles
Convertible Yes
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Separate laptop sleeve fits up to 15" Separate padded laptop sleeve fits up to 19"
Tablet Sleeve Tablet sleeve Tablet pocket
Organizer Pocket Large front pocket with organization panel Front utility pocket with organizer
Travel Features Carry-on Size Compliant 46 linear inches carry on size compliant
Compression Straps Internal and external compression straps Internal and external compression straps
Expandable Expandable from 26L to 34L
Stowable Straps Hideaway shoulder straps Stowable backpack straps
Luggage Straps / Trolley Sleeve Luggage handle pass-through sleeve
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Injection-molded foam and air mesh padding Breathable back panel
Adjustable Length Torso 17-19in torsos
Gym / Sports Features Laundry Pocket Front pocket can store shoes or dirty clothes

You're currently comparing the Setout Divide Backpack by Tortuga against the Mother Lode Travel Backpack by eBags .


Tortuga's Setout Divide Backpack is a Carry On backpack with Travel features while eBags 's Mother Lode Travel Backpack is a Travel backpack with Carry On features.

The Tortuga Setout Divide Backpack has a capacity of 34L (liters), weighs 3.8 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 20 x 13 x 6. It's made of 900D Polyester and is available in Grey in comparison the eBags Mother Lode Travel Backpack's capacity is with a size of 22 x 14 x 10 inches. Constructed from Polyester it weighs 3.9 pounds and is available in 6 colors and patterns.