Dakine Heli Pro 20L Backpack vs Dakine Unisex Essentials Backpack

The main difference between the Dakine Heli Pro 20L Backpack and the Dakine Unisex Essentials Backpack is that the Heli Pro 20L Backpack has Sternum / Chest Straps (Sternum strap with rescue whistle ) while the Unisex Essentials Backpack does not.

Dakine Heli Pro 20L Backpack
Dakine Unisex Essentials Backpack Front View
Specs Brand Dakine Dakine
Name Heli Pro 20L Backpack Unisex Essentials Backpack
Category Sports Laptop
Sub Category Ski Everyday
Capacity (L) 20L 26L
Dimensions (in) 21 x 12 x 8 18 x 12 x 8.5
Weight (lb) 1.9 1.54
Fabric 600D Recycled Polyester 600D Recycled Polyester
Color 6 colors and patterns Night sky geo
Warranty Dakine 10 Year Limited Lifetime Warranty Dakine 10 Year Limited Lifetime Warranty
Release Date August 4, 2017 April 28, 2020
Rating 4.8 5.0
Price Under $100 Under $50
General Features Shoulder Straps Padded shoulder straps Breathable air mesh shoulder straps
Sternum / Chest Straps Sternum strap with rescue whistle
Hip Belt / Waist Strap Waist belt
Water Proof / Water Resistant Water repellent finish
Main Compartment Access Normal zipped access Normal zipped access
External Pockets Snow tool/shovel pocket with sleeves, goggle pocket 2 zipped front pockets, and 2 side pockets
Internal Compartments Internal mesh and zipped pocket
Side Pockets Side pockets can fit water bottle
Water Bottle Yes
Handles Top grab handle Top grab handle
Loops and Attachments Snowboard and ski carry system
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Hydration or laptop sleeve fits up to 15" Padded laptop sleeve fits up to 15"
Organizer Pocket Pencil organizer Internal organizer pockets
Travel Features Compression Straps External compression straps
Base / Bottom Padded bottom panel
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Quick dry mesh padded back panel
Hydration Features Hydration Compatible Yes
Other Features Other Features Fleece lined sunglass pocket

You're currently comparing the Heli Pro 20L Backpack by Dakine against the Unisex Essentials Backpack by Dakine.


Dakine 's Heli Pro 20L Backpack is a Sports backpack with Ski features while Dakine's Unisex Essentials Backpack is a Laptop backpack with Everyday features.

The Dakine Heli Pro 20L Backpack has a capacity of 20L (liters), weighs 1.9 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 21 x 12 x 8 . It's made of 600D Recycled Polyester and is available in 6 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.