Dakine Unisex Essentials Backpack vs JanSport West Break Backpack

The main difference between the Dakine Unisex Essentials Backpack and the JanSport West Break Backpack is that the Unisex Essentials Backpack has Base / Bottom (Padded bottom panel) while the West Break Backpack does not.

Dakine Unisex Essentials Backpack Front View
JanSport West Break Backpack Front View
Specs Brand Dakine JanSport
Name Unisex Essentials Backpack West Break Backpack
Category Laptop Laptop
Sub Category Everyday Everyday
Capacity (L) 26L 28L
Dimensions (in) 18 x 12 x 8.5 17.5 x 12.5 x 6.75
Weight (lb) 1.54 1.19
Fabric 600D Recycled Polyester 600 Denier TPU
Color Night sky geo 12 Colors and patterns
Warranty Dakine 10 Year Limited Lifetime Warranty Jansport Limited Lifetime Warranty
Release Date April 28, 2020
Rating 5.0 4.7
Price Under $50 Under $75
General Features Shoulder Straps Breathable air mesh shoulder straps Iconic straight cut padded shoulder straps
Main Compartment Access Normal zipped access Normal zipped access
External Pockets 2 zipped front pockets, and 2 side pockets 2 zipped front pocket and 2 side pockets
Internal Compartments Large main compartment with internal sleeve
Side Pockets Side pockets can fit water bottle 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" Padded laptop sleeve fits up to 15″
Organizer Pocket Internal organizer pockets Front organizer pocket
Travel Features Base / Bottom Padded bottom panel
Other Features Other Features Fleece lined sunglass pocket

You're currently comparing the Unisex Essentials Backpack by Dakine against the West Break Backpack by JanSport.


Dakine's Unisex Essentials Backpack is a Laptop backpack with Everyday features while JanSport's West Break Backpack is a Laptop backpack with Everyday 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 JanSport West Break Backpack's capacity is 28L with a size of 17.5 x 12.5 x 6.75 inches. Constructed from 600 Denier TPU it weighs 1.19 pounds and is available in 12 Colors and patterns.