Vargo Exoti 50 Backpack vs Columbia Unisex Trail Elite 55L Backpack

The main difference between the Vargo Exoti 50 Backpack and the Columbia Unisex Trail Elite 55L Backpack is that the Exoti 50 Backpack has Compression Straps (External compression straps) while the Unisex Trail Elite 55L Backpack does not.

Vargo Exoti 50 Backpack Side View
Columbia Unisex Trail Elite 55L Backpack Front View
Specs Brand Vargo Columbia
Name Exoti 50 Backpack Unisex Trail Elite 55L Backpack
Category Backpacking Hiking
Sub Category Hiking Backpacking
Capacity (L) 50L 55L
Dimensions (in) 14 x 3 x 25 14 x 8.5 x 23
Weight (lb) 2.0
Fabric X-Pac Fabric 100% Nylon
Color Blue/Gray 2 Colors and patterns
Warranty Vargo Guarantee Columbia Limited Lifetime Warranty
Release Date February 6, 2017
Rating 5.0 4.5
Price Under $300 Under $200
General Features Shoulder Straps Ventilated, adjustable shoulder harness Techlite adjustable shoulder straps
Sternum / Chest Straps Chest strap Sternum strap with rescue whistle
Hip Belt / Waist Strap Hip strap with pockets Hip belt
Zippers YKK water resistant zipper
Main Compartment Access Top loading access Rolltop access
External Pockets 2 side pockets 6 external pockets and 2 side pocket
Side Pockets Side pockets can fit water bottle Side pockets can fit water bottle
Water Bottle Yes Yes
Handles Top grab handle Top grab handle
Loops and Attachments Gear loops
Travel Features Compression Straps External compression straps
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Backdraft tensioned back panel
Rain Cover Integrated pack rain fly
Load Lifters Yes
Internal / External Frame Ultralight titanium alloy external frame
Ergonomic Ergonomic lumbar support plate
Adjustable Length Torso 16-22 inches torso length
Hip Belt Pockets Yes Yes
Top / Floating Lid Yes
Trekking Pole Holders Yes
Hydration Features Hydration Compatible Yes Yes

You're currently comparing the Exoti 50 Backpack by Vargo against the Unisex Trail Elite 55L Backpack by Columbia .


Vargo 's Exoti 50 Backpack is a Backpacking backpack with Hiking features while Columbia 's Unisex Trail Elite 55L Backpack is a Hiking backpack with Backpacking features.

The Vargo Exoti 50 Backpack has a capacity of 50L (liters), weighs 2.0 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 14 x 3 x 25. It's made of X-Pac Fabric and is available in Blue/Gray in comparison the Columbia Unisex Trail Elite 55L Backpack's capacity is 55L with a size of 14 x 8.5 x 23 inches. Constructed from 100% Nylon it weighs pounds and is available in 2 Colors and patterns.