Atom Packs "Atom+" vs. Ortlieb Velocity High Visibility
Two carry-on travel backpacks, compared spec for spec.
Feature by feature
| Atom Packs "Atom+" | Feature | Ortlieb Velocity High Visibility |
|---|---|---|
| Storage | ||
| N | 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 | ||
| N | Laptop | N |
| 1 | Main Compartments | 1 |
| N | Organizer | N |
| Outside | ||
| × | Hard Shell | × |
| N | Rain-fly | N |
| 2 | Water Bottle Holder | N |
| Y | Water Resistant | N |
| Material | |
| 210d Robic | PS50CX |
Ortlieb Velocity High Visibility
by Ortlieb
| Capacity | 23 L |
| Weight | 0.75 kg |
| Dimensions | 50×30×16 cm |
| Airline fit | 92% |
| Price | $175 |
Key differences between the Atom Packs "Atom+" and Ortlieb Velocity High Visibility
- Water bottle pockets: 2 on the Atom Packs "Atom+"; No on the Ortlieb Velocity High Visibility.
- Water resistant: Yes on the Atom Packs "Atom+"; No on the Ortlieb Velocity High Visibility.
Both have: backpack straps, hip belt, sternum strap.
Atom Packs "Atom+" vs. Ortlieb Velocity High Visibility: which should you pack?
The Atom Packs "Atom+" carries 27L more than the Ortlieb Velocity High Visibility (50L vs. 23L), 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 Ortlieb Velocity High Visibility is the better call.