Columbia Unisex Atlas Explorer 25L Backpack vs Dakine Unisex Essentials Backpack

The main difference between the Columbia Unisex Atlas Explorer 25L Backpack and the Dakine Unisex Essentials Backpack is that the Unisex Atlas Explorer 25L Backpack has Zippers (Reflective zipper pulls) while the Unisex Essentials Backpack does not.

Columbia Unisex Atlas Explorer 25L Backpack Front view
Dakine Unisex Essentials Backpack Front View
Specs Brand Columbia Dakine
Name Unisex Atlas Explorer 25L Backpack Unisex Essentials Backpack
Category Laptop Laptop
Sub Category Everyday Everyday
Capacity (L) 25L 26L
Dimensions (in) 20.24 x 14.72 x 3.35 18 x 12 x 8.5
Weight (lb) 1.0 1.54
Fabric 100% Polyester with PU coating 600D Recycled Polyester
Color 4 Colors and patterns Night sky geo
Warranty Columbia Limited Lifetime Warranty Dakine 10 Year Limited Lifetime Warranty
Release Date April 28, 2020
Rating 4.3 5.0
Price Under $100 Under $50
General Features Shoulder Straps Contoured padded shoulder straps Breathable air mesh shoulder straps
Zippers Reflective zipper pulls
Main Compartment Access Normal zipped access Normal zipped access
External Pockets 2 side pocket 2 zipped front pockets, and 2 side pockets
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 Elastic cord and 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 Flat padded bottom panel Padded bottom panel
Gym / Sports Features Laundry Pocket External bungee straps
Other Features Other Features Fleece lined sunglass pocket

You're currently comparing the Unisex Atlas Explorer 25L Backpack by Columbia against the Unisex Essentials Backpack by Dakine.


Columbia's Unisex Atlas Explorer 25L Backpack is a Laptop backpack with Everyday features while Dakine's Unisex Essentials Backpack is a Laptop backpack with Everyday features.

The Columbia Unisex Atlas Explorer 25L Backpack has a capacity of 25L (liters), weighs 1.0 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 20.24 x 14.72 x 3.35. It's made of 100% Polyester with PU coating and is available in 4 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.