High Sierra Swerve Laptop Backpack vs High Sierra Freewheel Wheeled Backpack

The main difference between the High Sierra Swerve Laptop Backpack and the High Sierra Freewheel Wheeled Backpack is that the Swerve Laptop Backpack has Compression Straps (External side compression straps) while the Freewheel Wheeled Backpack does not.

High Sierra Swerve Laptop Backpack Front View
High Sierra Freewheel Wheeled Backpack
Specs Brand High Sierra High Sierra
Name Swerve Laptop Backpack Freewheel Wheeled Backpack
Category Laptop Rolling
Sub Category School Travel
Capacity (L) 34.4L
Dimensions (in) 19 x 13 x 7.75 20.5 x 8 x 13.5
Weight (lb) 2.2 3.5
Fabric Polyester Polyester, 600D Duralite, Duralite Ripstop and Waffle Weave
Color 20+ 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 $50 Under $75
General Features Shoulder Straps S-curve padded 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 2 side pockets 2 zipped front pockets, 1 side pocket, and handle pocket
Internal Compartments Dual main compartment with multiple pockets 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 Padded top grab handle Mesh padded grab handle
Loops and Attachments Triangle clip
Headset Opening Headphone port
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Fully-padded laptop sleeve that fits up to 17" Fully-padded Cushion Zoneā„¢ laptop compartment holds up to 15"
Tablet Sleeve Dedicated tablet sleeve Tablet sleeve in the front pocket
Organizer Pocket Front utility pocket with organizer Front utility pocket with organizer
Wheels & Handle Telescoping handle and dual inline-style wheels
Travel Features Compression Straps External side compression straps
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Padded back panel Padded 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 Freewheel Wheeled Backpack by High Sierra.


High Sierra 's Swerve 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 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 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.