JanSport Hatchet Backpack vs Dakine Unisex Essentials Backpack

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

JanSport Hatchet Backpack Front View
Dakine Unisex Essentials Backpack Front View
Specs Brand JanSport Dakine
Name Hatchet Backpack Unisex Essentials Backpack
Category Laptop Laptop
Sub Category Everyday Everyday
Capacity (L) 28L 26L
Dimensions (in) 19.76 x 15.07 x 3.19 18 x 12 x 8.5
Weight (lb) 1.37 1.54
Fabric 600 Denier Polyester 600D Recycled Polyester
Color 6 Colors and patterns Night sky geo
Warranty Jansport Limited Lifetime Warranty Dakine 10 Year Limited Lifetime Warranty
Release Date April 28, 2020
Rating 4.7 5.0
Price Under $75 Under $50
General Features Shoulder Straps Fully padded shoulder straps Breathable air mesh 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 2 zipped front pockets, and 2 side pockets
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
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Padded laptop sleeve fits up to 15″ Padded laptop sleeve fits up to 15"
Organizer Pocket Internal organizer pockets
Travel Features Base / Bottom Padded bottom panel
Other Features Other Features Fleece lined sunglass pocket

You're currently comparing the Hatchet Backpack by JanSport against the Unisex Essentials Backpack by Dakine.


JanSport's Hatchet Backpack is a Laptop backpack with Everyday features while Dakine's Unisex Essentials 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 Dakine Unisex Essentials Backpack's capacity is 26L with a size of 18 x 12 x 8.5 inches. Constructed from 600D Recycled Polyester it weighs 1.54 pounds and is available in Night sky geo.