Comfort/Adjustability
While its harness padding was too stiff for some testers, the Futura Pro received high scores for its comfortable Variflex hipbelt and best-in-class ventilation.

Stability
If Deuter’s Aircomfort backpanel could keep the pack’s load even two inches closer to the user’s back, the Futura Pro would get a 10 here—the interplay between mobility and stability was nearly perfect.

Capacity
Though it is high-volume for a daypack, the Futura Pro was the smallest of the ‘All-Mountain’ packs we tested this season. This pack also lost a point here for its curved main compartment that could make for awkward loading and organization.

Organization/Access
With the exception of the slightly annoying main compartment, the pockets on the Futura Pro were spectacular—even with the pack fully loaded, it was easy to use every extra compartment with ease.

Features
Smart details like a two-loop trekking-pole attachment, snag-resistant water bottle pockets and included rain cover helped to make this pack a tester favorite.

Value
An easy-to-use pack that carries extremely well and exhibits excellent initial quality, the Futura Pro is a good all-around value.