Atom Packs "Atom+" vs. Hyperlite Mountain Gear Southwest
Two carry-on travel backpacks, compared spec for spec.
Feature by feature
| Atom Packs "Atom+" | Feature | Hyperlite Mountain Gear Southwest |
|---|---|---|
| Storage | ||
| N | Compression | 5 |
| None | Expanded Capacity | None |
| 2 | Opening | 2 |
| N | Passport | |
| N | Passthrough | N |
| Carry | ||
| Y | Backpack | Y |
| removable | Hip Belt | Y |
| 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 | 2, side |
| Y | Water Resistant | Y |
| Material | |
| 210d Robic | Dyneema® 200-denier |
Hyperlite Mountain Gear Southwest
| Capacity | 40 L |
| Weight | 0.8 kg |
| Dimensions | 70×28×17 cm |
| Airline fit | 12% |
| Price | $380 |
Key differences between the Atom Packs "Atom+" and Hyperlite Mountain Gear Southwest
- Compression straps: No on the Atom Packs "Atom+"; 5 on the Hyperlite Mountain Gear Southwest.
- Hip belt: Removable on the Atom Packs "Atom+"; Yes on the Hyperlite Mountain Gear Southwest.
- Water bottle pockets: 2 on the Atom Packs "Atom+"; 2, side on the Hyperlite Mountain Gear Southwest.
Both have: backpack straps, sternum strap, water resistant.
Atom Packs "Atom+" vs. Hyperlite Mountain Gear Southwest: which should you pack?
The Atom Packs "Atom+" carries 10L more than the Hyperlite Mountain Gear Southwest (50L vs. 40L), 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 Hyperlite Mountain Gear Southwest is the better call.