Columbia Unisex Hawthorne 32L Backpack vs Columbia Trek™ 24L Backpack

The main difference between the Columbia Unisex Hawthorne 32L Backpack and the Columbia Trek™ 24L Backpack is that the Unisex Hawthorne 32L Backpack has Sternum / Chest Straps (Adjustable sternum strap with rescue whistle) while the Trek™ 24L Backpack does not.

Columbia Unisex Hawthorne 32L Backpack Front View
Columbia Trek™ 24L Backpack - Front View
Specs Brand Columbia Columbia
Name Unisex Hawthorne 32L Backpack Trek™ 24L Backpack
Category Laptop Commuter
Sub Category Daypack Daypack
Capacity (L) 32L 24L
Dimensions (in) 17.2 x 12.68 x 7.99 5.5 x 11.8 x 16.5
Weight (lb) 2.38 0.8lb 1oz
Fabric 100% Nylon 100% Polyester
Color 3 Colors and patterns Peach Blossom/Dark Coral
Warranty Columbia Limited Lifetime Warranty
Rating 5.0
Price Under $125 Under $100
General Features Shoulder Straps Techlite adjustable shoulder straps Straight - adjustable padded strap
Sternum / Chest Straps Adjustable sternum strap with rescue whistle
Hip Belt / Waist Strap Removable hip belt
Zippers Reflective zipper pulls Nylon zipper with string pulls
Main Compartment Access Normal zipped access Normal top two way zip access
External Pockets 1 front zipped pocket and 2 side pocket 1 front zippered pocket
Internal Compartments Organizational panel Water bottle pocket
Side Pockets Side pockets can fit water bottle 1 side slip in pocket
Water Bottle Yes Yes
Handles Top haul handle Two webbing top handles
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Laptop sleeve fits laptop up to 15" Padded; can accommodate most computers up to 15"
Tablet Sleeve Fleece lined tablet sleeve
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Breathable airmesh backpanel Padded

You're currently comparing the Unisex Hawthorne 32L Backpack by Columbia against the Trek™ 24L Backpack by Columbia.


Columbia 's Unisex Hawthorne 32L Backpack is a Laptop backpack with Daypack features while Columbia's Trek™ 24L Backpack is a Commuter backpack with Daypack features.

The Columbia Unisex Hawthorne 32L Backpack has a capacity of 32L (liters), weighs 2.38 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 17.2 x 12.68 x 7.99. It's made of 100% Nylon and is available in 3 Colors and patterns in comparison the Columbia Trek™ 24L Backpack's capacity is 24L with a size of 5.5 x 11.8 x 16.5 inches. Constructed from 100% Polyester it weighs 0.8lb 1oz pounds and is available in Peach Blossom/Dark Coral.