Atom Packs "Atom+" vs. Exped Serac 35
Two carry-on travel backpacks, compared spec for spec.
Feature by feature
| Atom Packs "Atom+" | Feature | Exped Serac 35 |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | Y |
| 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 | Y |
| Material | |
| 210d Robic | 400 D HD ripstop nylon, TPU film laminated, 10'000 mm water column |
Key differences between the Atom Packs "Atom+" and Exped Serac 35
- Sternum strap: Removable on the Atom Packs "Atom+"; Yes on the Exped Serac 35.
- Water bottle pockets: 2 on the Atom Packs "Atom+"; No on the Exped Serac 35.
Both have: backpack straps, hip belt, water resistant.
Atom Packs "Atom+" vs. Exped Serac 35: which should you pack?
The Atom Packs "Atom+" carries 15L more than the Exped Serac 35 (50L vs. 35L), 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 Exped Serac 35 is the better call.