Atom Packs "The Atom" vs. Atom Packs "Atom+"

Two carry-on travel backpacks, compared spec for spec.

Atom Packs "The Atom"

Front facing view of the Atom Packs "The Atom"
Capacity30 L
Weight0.4 kg
Dimensions45×24×18 cm
Airline fit96%
Price$185

Feature by feature

Atom Packs "The Atom"FeatureAtom Packs "Atom+"
Storage
N Compression N
40L Expanded Capacity None
2 Opening 2
N Passport N
N Passthrough N
Carry
Y Backpack Y
removable Hip Belt removable
Y Sternum Strap removable
Inside
N 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
VX07210d Robic

Atom Packs "Atom+"

Front facing view of the Atom Packs "Atom+"
Capacity50 L
Weight0 kg
Dimensions0×0×0 cm
Airline fit%
Price$242

Key differences between the Atom Packs "The Atom" and Atom Packs "Atom+"

Both have: backpack straps, hip belt, water bottle pockets, water resistant.

Atom Packs "The Atom" vs. Atom Packs "Atom+": which should you pack?

The Atom Packs "Atom+" carries 20L more than the Atom Packs "The Atom" (30L 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 Atom Packs "The Atom" is the better call.