Eddie Bauer Skylar Backpack vs Element Strain Backpack

The main difference between the Eddie Bauer Skylar Backpack and the Element Strain Backpack is that the Skylar Backpack has Water Proof / Water Resistant (Water resistant) while the Strain Backpack does not.

Eddie Bauer Skylar Backpack - Front View
Element Strain Backpack - Front View
Specs Brand Eddie Bauer Element
Name Skylar Backpack Strain Backpack
Category Laptop Laptop
Sub Category School School
Capacity (L) 20L 27L
Dimensions (in) 17 x 11.5 x 7 20 x 15 x 6
Weight (lb) 2
Fabric 100% recycled nylon DWR recycled cotton canvas PU2 backing
Color Black Off Black
Price Under $150 Under $100
General Features Shoulder Straps Adjustable shoulder straps Ergonomic padded straps with 3D air mesh backing
Water Proof / Water Resistant Water resistant
Zippers Nylon zipper with metal and pulls
Main Compartment Access Normal top two way zip access Easy access zippered side entry.
External Pockets 4 external pockets 1 front zippered drop pocket
Internal Compartments Laptop sleeve, 1 internal slots organizer
Side Pockets 2 side pockets
Water Bottle Yes
Handles Top grab handle
Lightweight Lightweight
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Padded; 15" laptop 1 padded laptop sleeve 13" to 15"
Travel Features Base / Bottom Reinforced ripstop bottom base
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Padded Paded back panel

You're currently comparing the Skylar Backpack by Eddie Bauer against the Strain Backpack by Element.


Eddie Bauer 's Skylar Backpack is a Laptop backpack with School features while Element's Strain Backpack is a Laptop backpack with School features.

The Eddie Bauer Skylar Backpack has a capacity of 20L (liters), weighs pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 17 x 11.5 x 7. It's made of 100% recycled nylon and is available in Black in comparison the Element Strain Backpack's capacity is 27L with a size of 20 x 15 x 6 inches. Constructed from DWR recycled cotton canvas PU2 backing it weighs 2 pounds and is available in Off Black.