The main difference between the Jansport Driver 8 Rolling Backpack and the High Sierra Powerglide Wheeled Backpack is that the Driver 8 Rolling Backpack has Internal Compartments (Dual large main compartment with inner pockets) while the Powerglide Wheeled Backpack does not.
Specs | Brand | Jansport | High Sierra |
Name | Driver 8 Rolling Backpack | Powerglide Wheeled Backpack | |
Category | Rolling | Rolling | |
Sub Category | Travel | Travel | |
Capacity (L) | 36L | ||
Dimensions (in) | 21 x 14 x 10 | 20 x 14 x 8 | |
Weight (lb) | 5 | 6.8 | |
Fabric | 600D Polyester and 420D Nylon | ||
Color | 8 colors and patterns | 3 colors and patterns | |
Warranty | Jansport Limited Lifetime Warranty | High Sierra Limited Lifetime Warranty | |
Release Date | August 15, 2014 | ||
Rating | 4.7 | 4.5 | |
Price | Under $150 | Under $100 | |
General Features | Shoulder Straps | Padded shoulder straps | Mesh padded shoulder straps |
Main Compartment Access | Normal zipped access | Normal zipped access | |
External Pockets | 2 zipped front pockets and 1 side pockets | Top, front, and 2 side zipped pockets | |
Internal Compartments | Dual large main compartment with inner pockets | ||
Side Pockets | Side pocket can fit water bottle | Side pockets can fit water bottle and other accessories | |
Water Bottle | Yes | Yes | |
Handles | Padded top grab handle | Padded grab handle | |
Loops and Attachments | D-rings | Front attachment clip | |
USB Charger | Built-in USB charger | ||
Business & School Features | Laptop Sleeve | Padded sleeve fits 15" laptop | Fully-padded laptop sleeve fits up to 17" |
Organizer Pocket | Front utility pocket with organizer | Premium organizer with multiple pockets and key fob | |
Wheels & Handle | Retractable two-stage handle and 80 mm inline skate wheels | Hideaway telescoping handle and smooth rolling, corner-mounted wheels | |
Travel Features | Stowable Straps | Tuck away shoulder straps | Stowable shoulder straps |
Base / Bottom | Base with skid pad | Corner guards and kick plate protect the bag from abrasion | |
Hiking / Backpacking Features | Back Panel | Fully padded back panel | Padded back panel |
Reflective Safety Strips | Reflective accents |
Jansport 's Driver 8 Rolling Backpack is a Rolling backpack with Travel features while High Sierra 's Powerglide Wheeled Backpack is a Rolling backpack with Travel features.
The Jansport Driver 8 Rolling Backpack has a capacity of 36L (liters), weighs 5 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 21 x 14 x 10. It's made of 600D Polyester and 420D Nylon and is available in 8 colors and patterns in comparison the High Sierra Powerglide Wheeled Backpack's capacity is with a size of 20 x 14 x 8 inches. Constructed from it weighs 6.8 pounds and is available in 3 colors and patterns.
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