Columbia Unisex Hawthorne 32L Backpack vs Columbia Zigzag 30L Backpack

The main difference between the Columbia Unisex Hawthorne 32L Backpack and the Columbia Zigzag 30L Backpack is that the Unisex Hawthorne 32L Backpack has Sternum / Chest Straps (Adjustable sternum strap with rescue whistle) while the Zigzag 30L Backpack does not.

Columbia Unisex Hawthorne 32L Backpack Front View
Columbia Zigzag 30L Backpack Front View
Specs Brand Columbia Columbia
Name Unisex Hawthorne 32L Backpack Zigzag 30L Backpack
Category Laptop Laptop
Sub Category Daypack Everyday
Capacity (L) 32L 30L
Dimensions (in) 17.2 x 12.68 x 7.99 18.66 x 14.21 x 3.74
Weight (lb) 2.38 1.0
Fabric 100% Nylon 100% Polyester with PU coating
Color 3 Colors and patterns 20+ colors and patterns
Warranty Columbia Limited Lifetime Warranty Columbia Limited Lifetime Warranty
Rating 5.0 4.8
Price Under $125 Under $100
General Features Shoulder Straps Techlite adjustable shoulder straps Padded shoulder straps
Sternum / Chest Straps Adjustable sternum strap with rescue whistle
Hip Belt / Waist Strap Removable hip belt
Zippers Reflective zipper pulls
Main Compartment Access Normal zipped access Normal zipped access
External Pockets 1 front zipped pocket and 2 side pocket 2 front zipped 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 Webbing loops
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Laptop sleeve fits laptop up to 15" Laptop sleeve fits laptop up to 15"
Tablet Sleeve Fleece lined tablet sleeve
Travel Features Base / Bottom Flat padded bottom
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Breathable airmesh backpanel
Reflective Safety Strips Reflective zipper pulls

You're currently comparing the Unisex Hawthorne 32L Backpack by Columbia against the Zigzag 30L Backpack by Columbia .


Columbia 's Unisex Hawthorne 32L Backpack is a Laptop backpack with Daypack features while Columbia 's Zigzag 30L Backpack is a Laptop backpack with Everyday 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 Zigzag 30L Backpack's capacity is 30L with a size of 18.66 x 14.21 x 3.74 inches. Constructed from 100% Polyester with PU coating it weighs 1.0 pounds and is available in 20+ colors and patterns.