High Sierra Swerve Laptop Backpack vs Element Strain Backpack

The main difference between the High Sierra Swerve Laptop Backpack and the Element Strain Backpack is that the Swerve Laptop Backpack has Side Pockets (Side pockets can fit water bottle ) while the Strain Backpack does not.

High Sierra Swerve Laptop Backpack Front View
Element Strain Backpack - Front View
Specs Brand High Sierra Element
Name Swerve Laptop Backpack Strain Backpack
Category Laptop Laptop
Sub Category School School
Capacity (L) 27L
Dimensions (in) 19 x 13 x 7.75 20 x 15 x 6
Weight (lb) 2.2 2
Fabric Polyester DWR recycled cotton canvas PU2 backing
Color 20+ colors and patterns Off Black
Warranty High Sierra Limited Lifetime Warranty
Rating 4.6
Price Under $50 Under $100
General Features Shoulder Straps S-curve padded shoulder straps Ergonomic padded straps with 3D air mesh backing
Main Compartment Access Normal zipped access Easy access zippered side entry.
External Pockets 2 zipped front pockets and 2 side pockets 1 front zippered drop pocket
Internal Compartments Dual main compartment with multiple pockets 1 internal slots organizer
Side Pockets Side pockets can fit water bottle
Water Bottle Yes
Handles Padded top grab handle
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Fully-padded laptop sleeve that fits up to 17" 1 padded laptop sleeve 13" to 15"
Tablet Sleeve Dedicated tablet sleeve
Organizer Pocket Front utility pocket with organizer
Travel Features Compression Straps External side compression straps
Base / Bottom Reinforced ripstop bottom base
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Padded back panel Paded back panel
Ventilated Back Moisture wicking vapel mesh material and deep air channels
Reflective Safety Strips Reflective accents

You're currently comparing the Swerve Laptop Backpack by High Sierra against the Strain Backpack by Element.


High Sierra 's Swerve Laptop Backpack is a Laptop backpack with School features while Element's Strain Backpack is a Laptop backpack with School features.

The High Sierra Swerve Laptop Backpack has a capacity of (liters), weighs 2.2 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 19 x 13 x 7.75 . It's made of Polyester and is available in 20+ colors and patterns 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.