Dakine Builder 40L Backpack vs Dakine Unisex Essentials Backpack

The main difference between the Dakine Builder 40L Backpack and the Dakine Unisex Essentials Backpack is that the Builder 40L Backpack has Sternum / Chest Straps (Adjustable sternum strap with rescue whistle ) while the Unisex Essentials Backpack does not.

Dakine Builder 40L Backpack Front View
Dakine Unisex Essentials Backpack Front View
Specs Brand Dakine Dakine
Name Builder 40L Backpack Unisex Essentials Backpack
Category Travel Laptop
Sub Category Sports Everyday
Capacity (L) 40L 26L
Dimensions (in) 22.5 x 13 x 12 18 x 12 x 8.5
Weight (lb) 1.54
Fabric 100% 450D ripstop recycled polyester 600D Recycled Polyester
Color Jungle Night sky geo
Warranty Dakine 10 Year Limited Lifetime Warranty Dakine 10 Year Limited Lifetime Warranty
Release Date April 10, 2017 April 28, 2020
Rating 4.7 5.0
Price Under $225 Under $50
General Features Shoulder Straps S-curved shoulder straps Breathable air mesh shoulder straps
Sternum / Chest Straps Adjustable sternum strap with rescue whistle
Hip Belt / Waist Strap Hipbelt with pockets
Main Compartment Access Clamshell Normal zipped access
External Pockets 2 zipped front water bottle pockets 2 zipped front pockets, and 2 side pockets
Internal Compartments Insulated hydration sleeve, internal mesh and organizer pockets
Side Pockets Side pockets can fit water bottle
Water Bottle Yes Yes
Handles Top grab handle Top grab handle
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Padded laptop sleeve fits up to 15"
Organizer Pocket Internal organizer pockets
Travel Features Base / Bottom Padded bottom panel
Hydration Features Hydration Compatible Yes
Other Features Other Features Fleece-lined sunglass pocket Fleece lined sunglass pocket

You're currently comparing the Builder 40L Backpack by Dakine against the Unisex Essentials Backpack by Dakine.


Dakine's Builder 40L Backpack is a Travel backpack with Sports features while Dakine's Unisex Essentials Backpack is a Laptop backpack with Everyday features.

The Dakine Builder 40L Backpack has a capacity of 40L (liters), weighs pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 22.5 x 13 x 12. It's made of 100% 450D ripstop recycled polyester and is available in Jungle 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.