High Sierra Access 2.0 Laptop Backpack vs High Sierra Freewheel Wheeled Backpack

The main difference between the High Sierra Access 2.0 Laptop Backpack and the High Sierra Freewheel Wheeled Backpack is that the Access 2.0 Laptop Backpack has Sternum / Chest Straps (Adjustable sternum strap) while the Freewheel Wheeled Backpack does not.

High Sierra Access 2.0 Laptop Backpack Front View
High Sierra Freewheel Wheeled Backpack
Specs Brand High Sierra High Sierra
Name Access 2.0 Laptop Backpack Freewheel Wheeled Backpack
Category Laptop Rolling
Sub Category School Travel
Capacity (L) 45L 34.4L
Dimensions (in) 20. x 15. x 9.5 20.5 x 8 x 13.5
Weight (lb) 2.4 3.5
Fabric 1000D Polyester Ripstop Polyester, 600D Duralite, Duralite Ripstop and Waffle Weave
Color 6 colors and patterns 8 colors and patterns
Warranty High Sierra Limited Lifetime Warranty High Sierra Limited Lifetime Warranty
Rating 4.7 4.5
Price Under $75 Under $75
General Features Shoulder Straps Articulated S-shaped mesh padded shoulder straps Air mesh padded shoulder straps
Sternum / Chest Straps Adjustable sternum strap
Water Proof / Water Resistant Water resistant coating
Main Compartment Access Normal zipped access Normal zipped access
External Pockets Multiple exterior zipped pockets and 2 side pockets 2 zipped front pockets, 1 side pocket, and handle pocket
Internal Compartments Spacious main compartment with multi-pockets
Side Pockets Side pockets can fit water bottle Side pocket can fit water bottle
Water Bottle Yes Yes
Handles Top grab handle Mesh padded grab handle
Loops and Attachments Daisy chains, front hook Triangle clip
Headset Opening Headphone port
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Fully-padded cushion zone fits laptop up to 15" Fully-padded Cushion Zone™ laptop compartment holds up to 15"
Tablet Sleeve Dedicated padded Tech Spot tablet sleeve Tablet sleeve in the front pocket
Organizer Pocket Front utility pocket with organizer
Wheels & Handle Telescoping handle and dual inline-style wheels
Travel Features Compression Straps External compression straps
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Padded back panel Padded back panel

You're currently comparing the Access 2.0 Laptop Backpack by High Sierra against the Freewheel Wheeled Backpack by High Sierra.


High Sierra 's Access 2.0 Laptop Backpack is a Laptop backpack with School features while High Sierra's Freewheel Wheeled Backpack is a Rolling backpack with Travel features.

The High Sierra Access 2.0 Laptop Backpack has a capacity of 45L (liters), weighs 2.4 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 20. x 15. x 9.5. It's made of 1000D Polyester Ripstop and is available in 6 colors and patterns in comparison the High Sierra Freewheel Wheeled Backpack's capacity is 34.4L with a size of 20.5 x 8 x 13.5 inches. Constructed from Polyester, 600D Duralite, Duralite Ripstop and Waffle Weave it weighs 3.5 pounds and is available in 8 colors and patterns.