The main difference between the JanSport Big Student Backpack and the Jansport Driver 8 Rolling Backpack is that the Big Student Backpack has Water Proof / Water Resistant (Water-repellent material) while the Driver 8 Rolling Backpack does not.
Specs | Brand | JanSport | Jansport |
Name | Big Student Backpack | Driver 8 Rolling Backpack | |
Category | School | Rolling | |
Sub Category | Everyday | Travel | |
Capacity (L) | 34L | 36L | |
Dimensions (in) | 17.5 x 13 x 10 | 21 x 14 x 10 | |
Weight (lb) | 1.5 | 5 | |
Fabric | 100% Polyester | 600D Polyester and 420D Nylon | |
Color | 10+ colors and patterns | 8 colors and patterns | |
Warranty | JanSport Limited Lifetime Warranty | Jansport Limited Lifetime Warranty | |
Release Date | July 16, 2020 | August 15, 2014 | |
Rating | 4.8 | 4.7 | |
Price | Under $50 | Under $150 | |
General Features | Shoulder Straps | Ergonomic S-Curve padded shoulder straps | Padded 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 1 side pockets | |
Internal Compartments | Two large main compartments | Dual large main compartment with inner pockets | |
Side Pockets | Side pocket can fit water bottle | Side pocket can fit water bottle | |
Water Bottle | Yes | Yes | |
Handles | Web haul top handle | Padded top grab handle | |
Loops and Attachments | D-rings | ||
Business & School Features | Laptop Sleeve | 15" padded laptop compartment | Padded sleeve fits 15" laptop |
Organizer Pocket | Front utility pocket with organizer and pleated front stash pocket | Front utility pocket with organizer | |
Wheels & Handle | Retractable two-stage handle and 80 mm inline skate wheels | ||
Travel Features | Stowable Straps | Tuck away shoulder straps | |
Base / Bottom | Base with skid pad | ||
Hiking / Backpacking Features | Back Panel | Fully padded back panel | Fully padded back panel |
JanSport 's Big Student Backpack is a School backpack with Everyday features while Jansport 's Driver 8 Rolling Backpack is a Rolling backpack with Travel 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 Jansport Driver 8 Rolling Backpack's capacity is 36L with a size of 21 x 14 x 10 inches. Constructed from 600D Polyester and 420D Nylon it weighs 5 pounds and is available in 8 colors and patterns.
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