Dakine Mission 25L Backpack vs Dakine Unisex Essentials Backpack

The main difference between the Dakine Mission 25L Backpack and the Dakine Unisex Essentials Backpack is that the Mission 25L Backpack has Sternum / Chest Straps (Sternum strap with rescue whistle buckle) while the Unisex Essentials Backpack does not.

Dakine Mission 25L Backpack
Dakine Unisex Essentials Backpack Front View
Specs Brand Dakine Dakine
Name Mission 25L Backpack Unisex Essentials Backpack
Category Sports Laptop
Sub Category Skateboard Everyday
Capacity (L) 25L 26L
Dimensions (in) 21 x 13 x 7.5 18 x 12 x 8.5
Weight (lb) 1.9 1.54
Fabric 600D Recycled Polyester 600D Recycled Polyester
Color 10+ colors and patterns Night sky geo
Warranty Dakine 10 Year Limited Lifetime Warranty Dakine 10 Year Limited Lifetime Warranty
Release Date July 19, 2019 April 28, 2020
Rating 4.5 5.0
Price Under $100 Under $50
General Features Shoulder Straps Breathable mesh shoulder straps Breathable air mesh shoulder straps
Sternum / Chest Straps Sternum strap with rescue whistle buckle
Hip Belt / Waist Strap Stowable waist belt
Main Compartment Access Normal zipped access Normal zipped access
External Pockets 1 large front and 2 side zipped pockets with key clip 2 zipped front pockets, and 2 side pockets
Internal Compartments Interior mesh pocket and hydration/laptop sleeve
Side Pockets Side pockets can fit water bottle and other accessories Side pockets can fit water bottle
Water Bottle Yes Yes
Handles Top grab handle Top grab handle
Loops and Attachments Board carry straps
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Padded laptop sleeve fits up to 15" Padded laptop sleeve fits up to 15"
Organizer Pocket Front utility pocket with organizer Internal organizer pockets
Travel Features Base / Bottom Padded bottom panel
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Padded back panel
Hydration Features Hydration Compatible Yes
Other Features Other Features Fleece lined sunglass pocket

You're currently comparing the Mission 25L Backpack by Dakine against the Unisex Essentials Backpack by Dakine.


Dakine 's Mission 25L Backpack is a Sports backpack with Skateboard features while Dakine's Unisex Essentials Backpack is a Laptop backpack with Everyday features.

The Dakine Mission 25L Backpack has a capacity of 25L (liters), weighs 1.9 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 21 x 13 x 7.5. It's made of 600D Recycled Polyester and is available in 10+ 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.