The main difference between the High Sierra Airhead Backpack and the High Sierra Freewheel Wheeled Backpack is that the Airhead Backpack has Compression Straps (External compression straps) while the Freewheel Wheeled Backpack does not.
Specs | Brand | High Sierra | High Sierra |
Name | Airhead Backpack | Freewheel Wheeled Backpack | |
Category | School | Rolling | |
Sub Category | Everyday | Travel | |
Capacity (L) | 34.4L | ||
Dimensions (in) | 19.5 x 13 x 7 | 20.5 x 8 x 13.5 | |
Weight (lb) | 1.3 | 3.5 | |
Fabric | Durable Mesh Fabric | Polyester, 600D Duralite, Duralite Ripstop and Waffle Weave | |
Color | 2 colors and patterns | 8 colors and patterns | |
Warranty | High Sierra Limited Lifetime Warranty | High Sierra Limited Lifetime Warranty | |
Rating | 4.6 | 4.5 | |
Price | Under $25 | Under $75 | |
General Features | Shoulder Straps | S-shaped Vapel™ mesh shoulder straps | Air mesh padded shoulder straps |
Water Proof / Water Resistant | Water resistant coating | ||
Main Compartment Access | Normal zipped access | Normal zipped access | |
External Pockets | 2 zipped front pockets and media pocket on strap | 2 zipped front pockets, 1 side pocket, and handle pocket | |
Internal Compartments | Spacious main compartment with multi-pockets | ||
Side Pockets | Side pocket can fit water bottle | ||
Water Bottle | No | Yes | |
Handles | Ribbed grab handle | Mesh padded grab handle | |
Loops and Attachments | Front attachment clip | Triangle clip | |
Headset Opening | Headphone port | ||
Business & School Features | Laptop Sleeve | Fully-padded Cushion Zone™ laptop compartment holds up to 15" | |
Tablet Sleeve | Tablet sleeve in the front pocket | ||
Organizer Pocket | See-through organizer with multiple pockets and a key fob | 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 | |
Rain Cover | Water-resistant tuck away rain cover |
High Sierra 's Airhead Backpack is a School backpack with Everyday features while High Sierra's Freewheel Wheeled Backpack is a Rolling backpack with Travel features.
The High Sierra Airhead Backpack has a capacity of (liters), weighs 1.3 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 19.5 x 13 x 7. It's made of Durable Mesh Fabric and is available in 2 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.
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