ILE Default vs. Atom Packs "Atom+"
Two carry-on travel backpacks, compared spec for spec.
ILE Default
| Capacity | 25 L |
| Weight | 99 kg |
| Dimensions | 50.8×30.5×15.2 cm |
| Airline fit | 89% |
| Price | $240 |
Feature by feature
| ILE Default | Feature | Atom Packs "Atom+" |
|---|---|---|
| Storage | ||
| Y | Compression | N |
| None | Expanded Capacity | None |
| 2 | Opening | 2 |
| N | Passport | N |
| N | Passthrough | N |
| Carry | ||
| Y | Backpack | Y |
| removable | Hip Belt | removable |
| removable | Sternum Strap | removable |
| Inside | ||
| 15in | Laptop | N |
| 1 | Main Compartments | 1 |
| N | Organizer | N |
| Outside | ||
| × | Hard Shell | × |
| N | Rain-fly | N |
| 2 | Water Bottle Holder | 2 |
| Y | Water Resistant | Y |
| Material | |
| Durable 1000D Cordura, waxed canvas, or XPAC sailcloth exterior | 210d Robic |
Key differences between the ILE Default and Atom Packs "Atom+"
- Compression straps: Yes on the ILE Default; No on the Atom Packs "Atom+".
- Laptop sleeve: 15in on the ILE Default; No on the Atom Packs "Atom+".
Both have: backpack straps, hip belt, sternum strap, water bottle pockets, water resistant.
ILE Default vs. Atom Packs "Atom+": which should you pack?
The Atom Packs "Atom+" carries 25L more than the ILE Default (25L vs. 50L), and the two are closely matched on weight. If you prioritise packing volume, choose the Atom Packs "Atom+"; if you want to travel lighter, the ILE Default is the better call.