JanSport Big Student Backpack vs High Sierra Fatboy Backpack

The main difference between the JanSport Big Student Backpack and the High Sierra Fatboy Backpack is that the Big Student Backpack has Internal Compartments (Two large main compartments) while the Fatboy Backpack does not.

JanSport Big Student Backpack
High Sierra Fatboy Backpack Side View
Specs Brand JanSport High Sierra
Name Big Student Backpack Fatboy 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 600D and Mini-hexagon Duralite Fabric
Color 10+ colors and patterns 10+ 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 $50
General Features Shoulder Straps Ergonomic S-Curve padded shoulder straps S-shaped mesh padded shoulder straps
Water Proof / Water Resistant Water-repellent material Water resistant coating
Main Compartment Access Normal zipped access Normal zipped access
External Pockets 3 zipped front pockets, and 1 side pocket 2 zipped front pockets and 2 side pockets
Internal Compartments Two large main compartments
Side Pockets Side pocket can fit water bottle Side pockets can fit water bottle
Water Bottle Yes Yes
Handles Web haul top handle Heavy-duty webbing grab handle
Loops and Attachments Front attachment clip
USB Charger Front accessory pocket with USB port and internal cord pouch
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve 15" padded laptop compartment
Tablet Sleeve Designated tablet sleeve
Organizer Pocket Front utility pocket with organizer and pleated front stash pocket Premium organizer with multiple pockets and key fob
Travel Features Compression Straps External compression straps
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Fully padded back panel Primary padded back panel

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


JanSport 's Big Student Backpack is a School backpack with Everyday features while High Sierra 's Fatboy 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 Fatboy Backpack's capacity is with a size of 19.5 x 13 x 7 inches. Constructed from 600D and Mini-hexagon Duralite Fabric it weighs 1.3 pounds and is available in 10+ colors and patterns.