What's the Difference

While they are suited to specific situations, some of Pelican’s cases are more similar than others. However, comparing the Pelican Air vs. Vault case collections quickly reveals that these two are quite different from one another. Depending on your needs, one of these cases will be a clear choice over the other.

Pelican air lightweight travel hard case
pelican air lightweight cases

pelican vault value case line
AIR CASES VAULT CASES
Waterproof
Weather-Resistant
Crushproof
Crushproof
 
Material
HPX2™
Material
Heavy-Duty Polypropylene
Latch Style
Press & Pull™
Latch Style
Press & Pull™
Pressure Equalization Valve
Pressure Equalization Valve
Interior Divider Options
No Foam, Foam, TrekPak™ or Padded Divider
Interior Divider Options
No Foam, Foam, or Padded Divider
Stainless Steel Hardware
Stainless Steel Hardware
Stainless Padlock Protectors
Stainless Padlock Protectors
 
Warranty
Lifetime
Warranty
3-Year
Made in USA
✔ *
Made in USA
 

* Exlcudes 1745 and 1745BOW Air Case

The Pelican.com Difference

We strive to deliver the best experience when you purchase from Pelican.com. Free shipping, free returns and split payments with Klarna allow you to buy with confidence and ensure you've got the right gear for the adventure ahead.

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The Bottom Line

Comparing the Pelican Air vs. Vault case lines, it comes down to what’s most important to you. Looking for the most premium protective case with class-leading features — get the Pelican Air. Looking for an affordable case to keep your gear protected that still has the Pelican DNA — Vault by Pelican is the case line for you.

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