The main difference between the JanSport Big Student Backpack and the High Sierra Airhead Backpack is that the Big Student Backpack has Water Proof / Water Resistant (Water-repellent material) while the Airhead Backpack does not.
Specs | Brand | JanSport | High Sierra |
Name | Big Student Backpack | Airhead Backpack | |
Category | School | School | |
Sub Category | Everyday | Everyday | |
Capacity (L) | 34L | ||
Dimensions (in) | 17.5 x 13 x 10 | 19.5 x 13 x 7 | |
Weight (lb) | 1.5 | 1.3 | |
Fabric | 100% Polyester | Durable Mesh Fabric | |
Color | 10+ colors and patterns | 2 colors and patterns | |
Warranty | JanSport Limited Lifetime Warranty | High Sierra Limited Lifetime Warranty | |
Release Date | July 16, 2020 | ||
Rating | 4.8 | 4.6 | |
Price | Under $50 | Under $25 | |
General Features | Shoulder Straps | Ergonomic S-Curve padded shoulder straps | S-shaped Vapel™ mesh shoulder straps |
Water Proof / Water Resistant | Water-repellent material | ||
Main Compartment Access | Normal zipped access | Normal zipped access | |
External Pockets | 3 zipped front pockets, and 1 side pocket | 2 zipped front pockets and media pocket on strap | |
Internal Compartments | Two large main compartments | ||
Side Pockets | Side pocket can fit water bottle | ||
Water Bottle | Yes | No | |
Handles | Web haul top handle | Ribbed grab handle | |
Loops and Attachments | Front attachment clip | ||
Business & School Features | Laptop Sleeve | 15" padded laptop compartment | |
Organizer Pocket | Front utility pocket with organizer and pleated front stash pocket | See-through organizer with multiple pockets and a key fob | |
Travel Features | Compression Straps | External compression straps | |
Hiking / Backpacking Features | Back Panel | Fully padded back panel | |
Rain Cover | Water-resistant tuck away rain cover |
JanSport 's Big Student Backpack is a School backpack with Everyday features while High Sierra 's Airhead Backpack is a School backpack with Everyday features.
The JanSport Big Student Backpack has a capacity of 34L (liters), weighs 1.5 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 17.5 x 13 x 10. It's made of 100% Polyester and is available in 10+ colors and patterns in comparison the High Sierra Airhead Backpack's capacity is with a size of 19.5 x 13 x 7 inches. Constructed from Durable Mesh Fabric it weighs 1.3 pounds and is available in 2 colors and patterns.
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