The Mudinyeri EDC Kit is based on the Maratac Diplomat EDC Pocket Organizer. I recently picked up a Maxpedition EDC Pocket Organizer giving me the opportunity to compare the two.
First the basics.
Maratac Retail Price: $10.00 (for a 'limited' time)
Maxpedition Retail Price: $22.99
Maratac Description:
* Compact 5” x 7” x 0.75” size (actual measurements - 5" x 7" x 5/8")
* Drops into pants cargo pocket or backpack/bag
* Full clamshell opening main compartment with single zip
* Inside left: Slip pocket; key ring; elastic organizer with 5 divisions
* Inside right: Slip pocket
* Front exterior: 2” x 3” loop field for patches; color-coded U.S. flag patch included; mesh slip pocket with hook-and-loop closure
* Back exterior: Handle; attachment webbing
* MOLLE/PALS compatible with included attachment webbing
Maxpedition Description:
* Compact 5” x 7” x 0.75” size (actual measurements - 5 7/8" x 7 7/8" x 7/8")
* Drops into pants cargo pocket or backpack/bag
* Full clamshell opening main compartment with dual zips
* Inside left: Slip pocket; key ring; elastic organizer with 9 divisions
* Inside right: Slip pocket; tie-down loop; elastic organizer with 6 divisions
* Front exterior: 2” x 3” loop field for patches; mesh slip pocket with hook-and-loop closure
* Back exterior: Oversized handle; attachment webbing
* MOLLE compatible
* Attach using two 3" TacTie™ Attachment Straps
Comparison Photos
Front View - Maratac on Left, Maxpedition on Right
Rear View - Maratac on Left, Maxpedition on Right
Open Comparison - Maratac on Left, Maxpedition on Right
Comparison of Zipper Pulls - Maratac on Left, Maxpedition on Right
Maratac Interior
Maxpedition Interior
Initial thoughts:
The Maxpedition version is slightly larger and seems to be made of slightly heavier material. If you're looking for a true pocket carrier, it may be a tad too large.
The Maxpedition unit has bi-directional zippers, but the ends are just knots. The Maratac has a lighter-weight pull cord but has a plastic cord end which gives it a little more finished look and feel.
There are more elastic organizers in the Maxpedition unit.
The key ring on the Maxpedition is a bit thicker and is attached to a non-stretch cord. The Maratac unit has a smaller hook attached to a longer cord with a good deal of elastic stretch.
If you intend to attach the Maxpedition unit to MOLLE or PALS webbing, you'll need to buy additional attachment straps. The Maratac version can be attached to MOLLE or PALS webbing or your belt without the need to purchase additional straps.
Bottom Line: For less than half the money, the Maratac organizer seems to be a bargain unless you absolutely need the additional 7/8" of width and length of the Maxpedition organizer.
First the basics.
Maratac Retail Price: $10.00 (for a 'limited' time)
Maxpedition Retail Price: $22.99
Maratac Description:
* Compact 5” x 7” x 0.75” size (actual measurements - 5" x 7" x 5/8")
* Drops into pants cargo pocket or backpack/bag
* Full clamshell opening main compartment with single zip
* Inside left: Slip pocket; key ring; elastic organizer with 5 divisions
* Inside right: Slip pocket
* Front exterior: 2” x 3” loop field for patches; color-coded U.S. flag patch included; mesh slip pocket with hook-and-loop closure
* Back exterior: Handle; attachment webbing
* MOLLE/PALS compatible with included attachment webbing
Maxpedition Description:
* Compact 5” x 7” x 0.75” size (actual measurements - 5 7/8" x 7 7/8" x 7/8")
* Drops into pants cargo pocket or backpack/bag
* Full clamshell opening main compartment with dual zips
* Inside left: Slip pocket; key ring; elastic organizer with 9 divisions
* Inside right: Slip pocket; tie-down loop; elastic organizer with 6 divisions
* Front exterior: 2” x 3” loop field for patches; mesh slip pocket with hook-and-loop closure
* Back exterior: Oversized handle; attachment webbing
* MOLLE compatible
* Attach using two 3" TacTie™ Attachment Straps
Comparison Photos
Front View - Maratac on Left, Maxpedition on Right
Rear View - Maratac on Left, Maxpedition on Right
Open Comparison - Maratac on Left, Maxpedition on Right
Comparison of Zipper Pulls - Maratac on Left, Maxpedition on Right
Maratac Interior
Maxpedition Interior
Initial thoughts:
The Maxpedition version is slightly larger and seems to be made of slightly heavier material. If you're looking for a true pocket carrier, it may be a tad too large.
The Maxpedition unit has bi-directional zippers, but the ends are just knots. The Maratac has a lighter-weight pull cord but has a plastic cord end which gives it a little more finished look and feel.
There are more elastic organizers in the Maxpedition unit.
The key ring on the Maxpedition is a bit thicker and is attached to a non-stretch cord. The Maratac unit has a smaller hook attached to a longer cord with a good deal of elastic stretch.
If you intend to attach the Maxpedition unit to MOLLE or PALS webbing, you'll need to buy additional attachment straps. The Maratac version can be attached to MOLLE or PALS webbing or your belt without the need to purchase additional straps.
Bottom Line: For less than half the money, the Maratac organizer seems to be a bargain unless you absolutely need the additional 7/8" of width and length of the Maxpedition organizer.