Voltaic Systems Solar Converter Backpack vs Columbia Zigzag 18L Backpack

The main difference between the Voltaic Systems Solar Converter Backpack and the Columbia Zigzag 18L Backpack is that the Solar Converter Backpack has Water Proof / Water Resistant (Waterproof and UV resistant material) while the Zigzag 18L Backpack does not.

Voltaic Systems Solar Converter Backpack Front View
Columbia Zigzag 18L Backpack Front View
Specs Brand Voltaic Systems Columbia
Name Solar Converter Backpack Zigzag 18L Backpack
Category Laptop Laptop
Sub Category Everyday Everyday
Capacity (L) 20L 18L
Dimensions (in) 12 x 18 x 6 4 x 12 x 17.5
Weight (lb) 2.4
Fabric Recycled PET Fabric Polyester
Color Matte Black 7 Colors and patterns
Warranty Voltaic Systems 2 Year Warranty Columbia Limited Lifetime Warranty
Release Date August 21, 2013
Rating 4.1
Price Under $125 Under $75
General Features Shoulder Straps Breathable mesh shoulder straps Padded shoulder straps
Water Proof / Water Resistant Waterproof and UV resistant material
Main Compartment Access Normal zipped access Normal zipped access
External Pockets 2 side pockets and back zipped pocket 1 front zipped pocket and 1 side pockets
Internal Compartments 2 interior pockets
Side Pockets Side pockets can fit water bottle and charger Side pockets can fit water bottle
Water Bottle Yes Yes
Handles Top grab handle Top grab handle
Loops and Attachments 5.5W at 6 volts solar panel, USB battery pack Webbing loops
Lightweight Yes
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Padded laptop sleeve fits up to 15" Laptop sleeve fits laptop up to 15"
Tablet Sleeve Tablet sleeve
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel High density molded back section

You're currently comparing the Solar Converter Backpack by Voltaic Systems against the Zigzag 18L Backpack by Columbia .


Voltaic Systems 's Solar Converter Backpack is a Laptop backpack with Everyday features while Columbia 's Zigzag 18L Backpack is a Laptop backpack with Everyday features.

The Voltaic Systems Solar Converter Backpack has a capacity of 20L (liters), weighs 2.4 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 12 x 18 x 6. It's made of Recycled PET Fabric and is available in Matte Black in comparison the Columbia Zigzag 18L Backpack's capacity is 18L with a size of 4 x 12 x 17.5 inches. Constructed from Polyester it weighs pounds and is available in 7 Colors and patterns.