The main difference between the High Sierra Airhead Backpack and the High Sierra Powerglide Wheeled Backpack is that the Airhead Backpack has Compression Straps (External compression straps) while the Powerglide Wheeled Backpack does not.
Specs | Brand | High Sierra | High Sierra |
Name | Airhead Backpack | Powerglide Wheeled Backpack | |
Category | School | Rolling | |
Sub Category | Everyday | Travel | |
Dimensions (in) | 19.5 x 13 x 7 | 20 x 14 x 8 | |
Weight (lb) | 1.3 | 6.8 | |
Fabric | Durable Mesh Fabric | ||
Color | 2 colors and patterns | 3 colors and patterns | |
Warranty | High Sierra Limited Lifetime Warranty | High Sierra Limited Lifetime Warranty | |
Rating | 4.6 | 4.5 | |
Price | Under $25 | Under $100 | |
General Features | Shoulder Straps | S-shaped Vapelâ„¢ mesh shoulder straps | Mesh padded shoulder straps |
Main Compartment Access | Normal zipped access | Normal zipped access | |
External Pockets | 2 zipped front pockets and media pocket on strap | Top, front, and 2 side zipped pockets | |
Side Pockets | Side pockets can fit water bottle and other accessories | ||
Water Bottle | No | Yes | |
Handles | Ribbed grab handle | Padded grab handle | |
Loops and Attachments | Front attachment clip | Front attachment clip | |
USB Charger | Built-in USB charger | ||
Business & School Features | Laptop Sleeve | Fully-padded laptop sleeve fits up to 17" | |
Organizer Pocket | See-through organizer with multiple pockets and a key fob | Premium organizer with multiple pockets and key fob | |
Wheels & Handle | Hideaway telescoping handle and smooth rolling, corner-mounted wheels | ||
Travel Features | Compression Straps | External compression straps | |
Stowable Straps | Stowable shoulder straps | ||
Base / Bottom | Corner guards and kick plate protect the bag from abrasion | ||
Hiking / Backpacking Features | Back Panel | Padded back panel | |
Rain Cover | Water-resistant tuck away rain cover | ||
Reflective Safety Strips | Reflective accents |
High Sierra 's Airhead Backpack is a School backpack with Everyday features while High Sierra 's Powerglide 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 Powerglide Wheeled Backpack's capacity is with a size of 20 x 14 x 8 inches. Constructed from it weighs 6.8 pounds and is available in 3 colors and patterns.
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