JanSport Hatchet Backpack vs JanSport Superbreak Backpack

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

JanSport Hatchet Backpack Front View
JanSport Superbreak Backpack
Specs Brand JanSport Jansport
Name Hatchet Backpack Superbreak Backpack
Category Laptop School
Sub Category Everyday Everyday
Capacity (L) 28L 25L
Dimensions (in) 19.76 x 15.07 x 3.19 16.7 x 13 x 8.5
Weight (lb) 1.37 0.6
Fabric 600 Denier Polyester 100% Polyester
Color 6 Colors and patterns 30+ colors and patterns
Warranty Jansport Limited Lifetime Warranty Jansport Limited Lifetime Warranty
Release Date May 5, 2013
Rating 4.7 4.7
Price Under $75 Under $50
General Features Shoulder Straps Fully padded shoulder straps Padded shoulder straps
Sternum / Chest Straps Adjustable sternum strap
Water Proof / Water Resistant Water-repellent fabric
Main Compartment Access Top zipped access Normal zipped access
External Pockets 2 zipped front pocket and 2 side pockets 1 zipped front pocket and 1 side pocket
Internal Compartments Internal zippered mesh pocket
Side Pockets Side pockets can fit water bottle Side pocket can fit water bottle
Water Bottle Yes Yes
Handles Top grab handle Web haul top handle
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Padded laptop sleeve fits up to 15″
Organizer Pocket Front utility pocket with organizer
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel 2/3 padded back panel

You're currently comparing the Hatchet Backpack by JanSport against the Superbreak Backpack by Jansport .


JanSport's Hatchet Backpack is a Laptop backpack with Everyday features while Jansport 's Superbreak Backpack is a School 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 Superbreak Backpack's capacity is 25L with a size of 16.7 x 13 x 8.5 inches. Constructed from 100% Polyester it weighs 0.6 pounds and is available in 30+ colors and patterns.