The main difference between the Kelty Slate 30 Backpack and the JanSport Hatchet Backpack is that the Slate 30 Backpack has Zippers (Nylon zipper with string pulls) while the Hatchet Backpack does not.
Specs | Brand | Kelty | JanSport |
Name | Slate 30 Backpack | Hatchet Backpack | |
Category | Laptop | Laptop | |
Sub Category | Everyday | Everyday | |
Capacity (L) | 30L | 28L | |
Dimensions (in) | 19 x 12 x 10 | 19.76 x 15.07 x 3.19 | |
Weight (lb) | 1.63 | 1.37 | |
Fabric | 600D Polyester Oxford | 600 Denier Polyester | |
Color | Midnight Navy | 6 Colors and patterns | |
Warranty | Jansport Limited Lifetime Warranty | ||
Release Date | September 30, 2019 | ||
Rating | 4.2 | 4.7 | |
Price | Under $60 | Under $75 | |
General Features | Shoulder Straps | Padded airmesh shoulder straps | Fully padded shoulder straps |
Sternum / Chest Straps | Sternum strap | Adjustable sternum strap | |
Zippers | Nylon zipper with string pulls | ||
Main Compartment Access | Normal top two way zip access | Top zipped access | |
External Pockets | 5 external pockets | 2 zipped front pocket and 2 side pockets | |
Internal Compartments | Laptop sleeve, tablet sleeve | Internal zippered mesh pocket | |
Side Pockets | 2 side pockets | Side pockets can fit water bottle | |
Water Bottle | Yes | Yes | |
Handles | Grab handle | Top grab handle | |
Loops and Attachments | Key fob, bike light loop | ||
Business & School Features | Laptop Sleeve | Padded | Padded laptop sleeve fits up to 15″ |
Tablet Sleeve | Padded | ||
Hiking / Backpacking Features | Back Panel | Padded airmesh back panel |
Kelty 's Slate 30 Backpack is a Laptop backpack with Everyday features while JanSport's Hatchet Backpack is a Laptop backpack with Everyday features.
The Kelty Slate 30 Backpack has a capacity of 30L (liters), weighs 1.63 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 19 x 12 x 10. It's made of 600D Polyester Oxford and is available in Midnight Navy in comparison the JanSport Hatchet Backpack's capacity is 28L with a size of 19.76 x 15.07 x 3.19 inches. Constructed from 600 Denier Polyester it weighs 1.37 pounds and is available in 6 Colors and patterns.
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