Dakine Unisex Essentials Backpack vs Dakine Builder 40L Backpack

The main difference between the Dakine Unisex Essentials Backpack and the Dakine Builder 40L Backpack is that the Unisex Essentials Backpack has Side Pockets (Side pockets can fit water bottle) while the Builder 40L Backpack does not.

Dakine Unisex Essentials Backpack Front View
Dakine Builder 40L Backpack Front View
Specs Brand Dakine Dakine
Name Unisex Essentials Backpack Builder 40L Backpack
Category Laptop Travel
Sub Category Everyday Sports
Capacity (L) 26L 40L
Dimensions (in) 18 x 12 x 8.5 22.5 x 13 x 12
Weight (lb) 1.54
Fabric 600D Recycled Polyester 100% 450D ripstop recycled polyester
Color Night sky geo Jungle
Warranty Dakine 10 Year Limited Lifetime Warranty Dakine 10 Year Limited Lifetime Warranty
Release Date April 28, 2020 April 10, 2017
Rating 5.0 4.7
Price Under $50 Under $225
General Features Shoulder Straps Breathable air mesh shoulder straps S-curved shoulder straps
Sternum / Chest Straps Adjustable sternum strap with rescue whistle
Hip Belt / Waist Strap Hipbelt with pockets
Main Compartment Access Normal zipped access Clamshell
External Pockets 2 zipped front pockets, and 2 side pockets 2 zipped front water bottle 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 Unisex Essentials Backpack by Dakine against the Builder 40L Backpack by Dakine.


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

The Dakine Unisex Essentials Backpack has a capacity of 26L (liters), weighs 1.54 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 18 x 12 x 8.5. It's made of 600D Recycled Polyester and is available in Night sky geo in comparison the Dakine Builder 40L Backpack's capacity is 40L with a size of 22.5 x 13 x 12 inches. Constructed from 100% 450D ripstop recycled polyester it weighs pounds and is available in Jungle.