JanSport Big Student Backpack vs High Sierra Airhead Backpack

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.

JanSport Big Student Backpack
High Sierra Airhead Backpack Side View
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

You're currently comparing the Big Student Backpack by JanSport against the Airhead Backpack by High Sierra .


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.