Dakine Heli Pro 24L Backpack vs Dakine Unisex Essentials Backpack

The main difference between the Dakine Heli Pro 24L Backpack and the Dakine Unisex Essentials Backpack is that the Heli Pro 24L Backpack has Sternum / Chest Straps (Rescue whistle on sternum strap) while the Unisex Essentials Backpack does not.

Dakine Heli Pro 24L Backpack Front View
Dakine Unisex Essentials Backpack Front View
Specs Brand Dakine Dakine
Name Heli Pro 24L Backpack Unisex Essentials Backpack
Category Sports Laptop
Sub Category Ski Everyday
Capacity (L) 24L 26L
Dimensions (in) 21 x 12 x 8 18 x 12 x 8.5
Weight (lb) 2.2 1.54
Fabric 600D Recycled Polyester 600D Recycled Polyester
Color 4 colors and patterns Night sky geo
Warranty Dakine 10 Year Limited Lifetime Warranty Dakine 10 Year Limited Lifetime Warranty
Release Date September 17, 2020 April 28, 2020
Rating 4.8 5.0
Price Under $125 Under $50
General Features Shoulder Straps S-curved shoulder straps Breathable air mesh shoulder straps
Sternum / Chest Straps Rescue whistle on sternum strap
Hip Belt / Waist Strap 38mm padded hipbelt
Water Proof / Water Resistant Water repellant finish
Main Compartment Access Backpanel zippered main access Normal zipped access
External Pockets Snow tool/shovel pocket, quick-stash pocket 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 No Yes
Handles Top grab handle
Loops and Attachments Vertical snowboard carry, A-frame ski carry, deployable helmet carry
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Padded laptop sleeve fits up to 15"
Organizer Pocket Internal organizer pockets
Travel Features 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 24L Backpack by Dakine against the Unisex Essentials Backpack by Dakine.


Dakine 's Heli Pro 24L 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 24L Backpack has a capacity of 24L (liters), weighs 2.2 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 21 x 12 x 8. It's made of 600D Recycled Polyester 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.