JanSport Hatchet Backpack vs JanSport Half Pint Mini Backpack

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

JanSport Hatchet Backpack Front View
JanSport Half Pint Mini Backpack Side View
Specs Brand JanSport JanSport
Name Hatchet Backpack Half Pint Mini Backpack
Category Laptop Mini
Sub Category Everyday Everyday
Capacity (L) 28L 10.2L
Dimensions (in) 19.76 x 15.07 x 3.19 11.2 x 9.8 x 4.1
Weight (lb) 1.37 0.4
Fabric 600 Denier Polyester 600 Denier Polyester
Color 6 Colors and patterns 15+ colors and patterns
Warranty Jansport Limited Lifetime Warranty Jansport Limited Lifetime Warranty
Release Date April 28, 2007
Rating 4.7 4.8
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 zipped front pocket
Internal Compartments Internal zippered mesh pocket
Side Pockets Side pockets can fit water bottle
Water Bottle Yes No
Handles Top grab handle Web haul handle
Lightweight Yes
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Padded laptop sleeve fits up to 15″
Organizer Pocket Front utility pocket

You're currently comparing the Hatchet Backpack by JanSport against the Half Pint Mini Backpack by JanSport .


JanSport's Hatchet Backpack is a Laptop backpack with Everyday features while JanSport 's Half Pint Mini Backpack is a Mini 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 JanSport Half Pint Mini Backpack's capacity is 10.2L with a size of 11.2 x 9.8 x 4.1 inches. Constructed from 600 Denier Polyester it weighs 0.4 pounds and is available in 15+ colors and patterns .