Vargo Exoti 50 Backpack vs TETON Sports Scout 3400 Backpack

The main difference between the Vargo Exoti 50 Backpack and the TETON Sports Scout 3400 Backpack is that the Exoti 50 Backpack has Handles (Top grab handle) while the Scout 3400 Backpack does not.

Vargo Exoti 50 Backpack Side View
TETON Sports Scout 3400 Backpack
Specs Brand Vargo TETON Sports
Name Exoti 50 Backpack Scout 3400 Backpack
Category Backpacking Hiking
Sub Category Hiking Travel
Capacity (L) 50L 55L
Dimensions (in) 14 x 3 x 25 30 x 17 x 12
Weight (lb) 2.0 4.4
Fabric X-Pac Fabric Sturdy 600D Ripstop and Oxford Canvas Shell
Color Blue/Gray 4 colors and patterns
Warranty Vargo Guarantee TETON Sports Lifetime Warranty
Release Date February 6, 2017 November 5, 2008
Rating 5.0 4.7
Price Under $300 Under $100
General Features Shoulder Straps Ventilated, adjustable shoulder harness Contoured, adjustable, padded shoulder straps
Sternum / Chest Straps Chest strap Adjustable chest strap
Hip Belt / Waist Strap Hip strap with pockets Padded waist straps with wide locking hip straps
Zippers Weather-guard zippers
Main Compartment Access Top loading access Top access
External Pockets 2 side pockets front mesh pocket, 1 bottom zipped pocket and 4 side pockets
Internal Compartments Large capacity with multi-pockets and compartments
Side Pockets Side pockets can fit water bottle Side pockets can fit water bottle and other accessories
Water Bottle Yes Yes
Handles Top grab handle
Loops and Attachments Front elastic cord, D-rings, and gear loops
Travel Features Compression Straps External compression straps External compression straps
Rear Loading Straps Bottom loading straps
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Padded lumbar and back panel
Rain Cover Rainfly included
Load Lifters Yes
Internal / External Frame Ultralight titanium alloy external frame Internal Frame
Ergonomic Ergonomic lumbar support plate
Adjustable Length Torso 16-22 inches torso length Multi-position torso adjustments
Hip Belt Pockets Yes
Top / Floating Lid Yes
Hydration Features Bladder Size Holds 3L water bladder
Hydration Compatible Yes

You're currently comparing the Exoti 50 Backpack by Vargo against the Scout 3400 Backpack by TETON Sports.


Vargo 's Exoti 50 Backpack is a Backpacking backpack with Hiking features while TETON Sports's Scout 3400 Backpack is a Hiking backpack with Travel 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 TETON Sports Scout 3400 Backpack's capacity is 55L with a size of 30 x 17 x 12 inches. Constructed from Sturdy 600D Ripstop and Oxford Canvas Shell it weighs 4.4 pounds and is available in 4 colors and patterns .