JanSport Hatchet Backpack vs Columbia Unisex Trek 18L Backpack

The main difference between the JanSport Hatchet Backpack and the Columbia Unisex Trek 18L Backpack is that the Hatchet Backpack has Sternum / Chest Straps (Adjustable sternum strap) while the Unisex Trek 18L Backpack does not.

JanSport Hatchet Backpack Front View
Columbia Unisex Trek 18L Backpack Front View
Specs Brand JanSport Columbia
Name Hatchet Backpack Unisex Trek 18L Backpack
Category Laptop Laptop
Sub Category Everyday Everyday
Capacity (L) 28L 18L
Dimensions (in) 19.76 x 15.07 x 3.19 5.13 x 10.6 x 15.75
Weight (lb) 1.37
Fabric 600 Denier Polyester 100% Polyester
Color 6 Colors and patterns 2 Colors and patterns
Warranty Jansport Limited Lifetime Warranty Columbia Limited Lifetime Warranty
Rating 4.7
Price Under $75 Under $50
General Features Shoulder Straps Fully padded shoulder straps Adjustable shoulder straps
Sternum / Chest Straps Adjustable sternum strap
Main Compartment Access Top zipped access Normal zipped access
External Pockets 2 zipped front pocket and 2 side pockets 1 front zipped pocket and 1 side pocket
Internal Compartments Internal zippered mesh pocket
Side Pockets Side pockets can fit water bottle Side pockets can fit water bottle
Water Bottle Yes Yes
Handles Top grab handle Top grab handle
Lightweight Yes
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Padded laptop sleeve fits up to 15″ Laptop sleeve fits laptop up to 15"

You're currently comparing the Hatchet Backpack by JanSport against the Unisex Trek 18L Backpack by Columbia.


JanSport's Hatchet Backpack is a Laptop backpack with Everyday features while Columbia's Unisex Trek 18L Backpack is a Laptop backpack with Everyday features.

The JanSport Hatchet Backpack has a capacity of 28L (liters), weighs 1.37 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 19.76 x 15.07 x 3.19. It's made of 600 Denier Polyester and is available in 6 Colors and patterns in comparison the Columbia Unisex Trek 18L Backpack's capacity is 18L with a size of 5.13 x 10.6 x 15.75 inches. Constructed from 100% Polyester it weighs pounds and is available in 2 Colors and patterns.