Columbia Atlas Explorer 26L Backpack vs Dakine Unisex Essentials Backpack

The main difference between the Columbia Atlas Explorer 26L Backpack and the Dakine Unisex Essentials Backpack is that the Atlas Explorer 26L Backpack has Sternum / Chest Straps (Sternum strap) while the Unisex Essentials Backpack does not.

Columbia Atlas Explorer 26L Backpack Front View
Dakine Unisex Essentials Backpack Front View
Specs Brand Columbia Dakine
Name Atlas Explorer 26L Backpack Unisex Essentials Backpack
Category Laptop Laptop
Sub Category Everyday Everyday
Capacity (L) 26L 26L
Dimensions (in) 18 x 12.38 x 8.8 18 x 12 x 8.5
Weight (lb) 1.0 1.54
Fabric 100% Polyester 600D Recycled Polyester
Color 6 Colors and patterns Night sky geo
Warranty Columbia Limited Lifetime Warranty Dakine 10 Year Limited Lifetime Warranty
Release Date April 28, 2020
Rating 4.9 5.0
Price Under $175 Under $50
General Features Shoulder Straps Contoured padded shoulder straps Breathable air mesh shoulder straps
Sternum / Chest Straps Sternum strap
Zippers Reflective zipper pulls
Main Compartment Access Normal zipped access Normal zipped access
External Pockets 1 front zipped pocket and 2 side pocket 2 zipped front pockets, and 2 side pockets
Internal Compartments Organizational panel
Side Pockets Side pockets can fit water bottle Side pockets can fit water bottle
Water Bottle Yes Yes
Handles Top haul handle Top grab handle
Loops and Attachments Key clip
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Laptop sleeve fits laptop up to 15" Padded laptop sleeve fits up to 15"
Organizer Pocket Front organizer pocket Internal organizer pockets
Travel Features Base / Bottom Padded bottom panel Padded bottom panel
Other Features Other Features Fleece lined sunglass pocket

You're currently comparing the Atlas Explorer 26L Backpack by Columbia against the Unisex Essentials Backpack by Dakine.


Columbia 's Atlas Explorer 26L Backpack is a Laptop backpack with Everyday features while Dakine's Unisex Essentials Backpack is a Laptop backpack with Everyday features.

The Columbia Atlas Explorer 26L Backpack has a capacity of 26L (liters), weighs 1.0 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 18 x 12.38 x 8.8. It's made of 100% Polyester and is available in 6 Colors and patterns in comparison the Dakine Unisex Essentials Backpack's capacity is 26L with a size of 18 x 12 x 8.5 inches. Constructed from 600D Recycled Polyester it weighs 1.54 pounds and is available in Night sky geo.