The main difference between the Columbia Atlas Explorer 26L Backpack and the JanSport Hatchet Backpack is that the Atlas Explorer 26L Backpack has Zippers (Reflective zipper pulls) while the Hatchet Backpack does not.
Specs | Brand | Columbia | JanSport |
Name | Atlas Explorer 26L Backpack | Hatchet Backpack | |
Category | Laptop | Laptop | |
Sub Category | Everyday | Everyday | |
Capacity (L) | 26L | 28L | |
Dimensions (in) | 18 x 12.38 x 8.8 | 19.76 x 15.07 x 3.19 | |
Weight (lb) | 1.0 | 1.37 | |
Fabric | 100% Polyester | 600 Denier Polyester | |
Color | 6 Colors and patterns | 6 Colors and patterns | |
Warranty | Columbia Limited Lifetime Warranty | Jansport Limited Lifetime Warranty | |
Rating | 4.9 | 4.7 | |
Price | Under $175 | Under $75 | |
General Features | Shoulder Straps | Contoured padded shoulder straps | Fully padded shoulder straps |
Sternum / Chest Straps | Sternum strap | Adjustable sternum strap | |
Zippers | Reflective zipper pulls | ||
Main Compartment Access | Normal zipped access | Top zipped access | |
External Pockets | 1 front zipped pocket and 2 side pocket | 2 zipped front pocket and 2 side pockets | |
Internal Compartments | Organizational panel | Internal zippered mesh pocket | |
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 | ||
Travel Features | Base / Bottom | Padded bottom panel |
Columbia 's Atlas Explorer 26L Backpack is a Laptop backpack with Everyday features while JanSport's Hatchet 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 JanSport Hatchet Backpack's capacity is 28L with a size of 19.76 x 15.07 x 3.19 inches. Constructed from 600 Denier Polyester it weighs 1.37 pounds and is available in 6 Colors and patterns.
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