10 Best Jansport Backpacks in 2019

Updated in: April 2018. Jansport is one of the most popular manufacturer of backpacks, bags, luggage, and travel accessories due to their excellent quality/price ratio, sturdy and long-lasting construction, and moden, yet timeless designs. In this article, we gathered the best-rated Jansport backpacks and analyzed their size and weight, capacity, materials, number of compartments, design choices, and all the extra features they come with like laptop sleeves, ice axe loops, and interior organizers. Without further ado, let’s see which is the best Jansport backpack for traveling, hiking, or going to school or the office.

10. Trans by Jansport Supermax Multi Blue Cosmos

The Blue Cosmos Jansport Backpack is an ideal choice for students who are constantly carrying books around from one place to another, as the bag can hold about 8 books and a 15-inch laptop. It has reinforced shoulder straps to handle the extra weight and special soft pads to prevent your shoulders from becoming sore. The bag also has a lateral water bottle holder and makes for a great overall tool to ease your campus life.

Size	Weight	Materials	Number of Compartments	Other Features
17 x 12.5 x 8.25 inches	1.05 pounds	polyester shell	6 + plenty of internal organizers	15-inch laptop sleeve

Pros

• Sturdy and durable backpack
• Large capacity
• Great modern design

Cons

• Looks and feels bulky when fully loaded

9. JanSport Odyssey Laptop Backpack

Even though it’s being advertised as a laptop backpack, its sheer versatility, resistance, and practicality have brought this Jansport backpack encompasses all the main features you could possibly want from a backpack: resistance, space, high-quality zipper, hidden pockets, and a laptop sleeve. It also comes with an ice axe loop and a sternum strap which make this backpack ideal for outdoor activities such as hiking. This is by far the best Jansport backpack if you’re lookng for a multi-purpose, universal one.

Size	Weight	Materials	Number of Compartments	Other Features
20 x 14 x 12 inches	2.35 pounds	420 Polyester Dobby	5 + interior organizers	Ice axe loop, side compression straps, sternum strap, and a padded sleeve for laptop or hydration system

Pros

• Plenty of pockets and features
• Rugged, long-lasting construction
• Great for school/office AND hiking

Cons

• Not weatherproof

8. Jansport Cool Student Backpack

This Jansport backpack is truly impressive, both in terms of actual utility and in terms of elegance and design. The bag is made from special water-proof fabric and will protect books and documents in any weather. In addition, it is also very spacious and thus the best Jansport backpack for a student carrying books and a laptop around all day.

Size	Weight	Material	Number of Compartments	Other Features
17.5 x 13 x 10 inches	1.31 pounds	600 Denier Polyester & Synthetic Leather	2 + interior organizers + extra pockets	9 colors and prints, 15-inch laptop sleeve

Pros

• Very durable and comfortable to wear even when fully loaded
• High-quality, sturdy design
• Weatherproof

Cons

• The zippers can get stuck on fabric

7. JanSport Right Pack Laptop Backpack 

This modern and durable JanSport backpack is perfect for carrying a 15-inch laptop. Although it only has one large compartment, it’s very roomy for its size and easy to organize. In addition, it comes in 35 color combinations so at least one of them will fit your tastes!

Size	Weight	Material	Number of Compartments	Other Features
18 x 13 x 8.5 inches	1.25 pounds	915 Denier Cordura & Suede Leather Bottom	3	comes in 35 color choices

Pros

• Comfortable to wear even when heavily loaded
• Simple, yet stylish design

Cons

• No interior organizers

6. JanSport Right Pack Digital Edition

The JanSport Right Pack Digital Edition adds extra elegance, making it a great travel bag for extended trips or vacations. Its suede leather bottom ensures great insulation from the elements, as does the special, waterproof, fabric in the rest of the bag. In addition, it comes with an internal padded sleeve perfect for a 13” or 15” laptop. This is a very good choice if you’re looking for a medium-sized bag to use for traveling or work purposes.

Size	Weight	Materials	Number of Compartments	Other Features
18 x 13 x 8.5 inches	1.25 pounds	400 Denier Nylon & suede leather	3 + inside organizers	15-inch laptop sleeve

Pros

• Lightweight, yet durable
• Very roomy for its size
• Simple, timeless, attractive design

Cons

• Few pockets
• Gets dirty easily

5. JanSport Half Pint Classic Daypack

This miniature backpack is the best Jansport backpack for a day-long hike, an overnight festival, or for those who don’t need to carry a briefcase or purse to the office. It’s about the size of a handbag and can fit a wallet, phone, charger, water bottle, and a small-medium tupperware container. Although not completely waterproof, it keeps humidity at bay if walking in snow or light showers.

Size	Weight	Materials	Number of Compartments	Other Features
12.3 x 10 x 6.5 inches	0.44 pounds	600 Denier Polyester	1 + outside and inside organizer pockets	13 colors and prints

Pros

• Lightweight and very comfortable to wear
• Very roomy for its compact design
• Long-lasting

Cons

• Few pockets
• Does not fit a laptop

4. JanSport Unisex SuperBreak Backpack

 

The Jansport Unisex SuperBreak Backpack is an extremely lightweight bag, which is suitable for any age and sex. Due to its reduced dimensions, it is perfect for either a short trip or for carrying your school items. An added advantage is its front pocket with organizer, which allows you to keep your electronics and other small accessories in one place.

Size	Weight	Materials	Number of Compartments	Other Features
16.7 x 13 x 8.5 inches	0.75 pounds	600 Denier Polyester	2	comes in 50 colors and prints

Pros

• Durable and lightweight
• Comes in many attractive colors and prints
• Very roomy

Cons

• Few pockets and no interior organizers

3. Jansport Mesh Back Pack

The Jansport mesh backpack is the perfect choice for going to the gym or any other physically soliciting activity. The main utility of the mesh body is air circulation, which prevents clothes from becoming stale in the brief period between training and putting them in the washing machine. Though the design is not for everyone, this is the best Jansport backpack that doubles as a sports bag.

Size	Weight	Materials	Number of Compartments	Other Features
17 x 13.8 x 6.5 inches	0.81 pounds	Polyester Mesh	2 + 1 interior hanging pocket	comes in 5 colors and prints

Pros

• Lightweight and comfortable to wear
• Good air flow
• Does not overheat the back while carrying it

Cons

• Not as resilient as others when loaded with heavier items

2. JanSport Javelina Backpack Black

When we’re talking about the Jansport Hatchet Backpack, we’re talking about a real pro hiking backpack which will not let you down. The Hatchet Jansport backpack has a deluxe organizer panel which includes a special place for your phone, a voluminous compartment with more internal pockets, and a special protective sleeve that can be used for a large water pouch or a laptop. All these plus the compression straps and rugged construction make it the best Jansport backpack for outdoor activities such as mountain climbing, or for an extended trip.

Size	Weight	Materials	Number of COmpartments	Other Features
18 x 12 x 8 inches	1.37 pounds	600 Denier Polyester	1 + plenty of internal organizers	21 color combinations, 15-inch laptop sleeve, side compression straps, water bottle pockets, sternum strap

Pros

• Comfortable to wear even when fully loaded with heavy items
• Very lightweight, yet sturdy and long-lasting

Cons

• Only has one main compartment

1. Jansport Superbreak Wheeled Backpack

The wheeled Superbreak backpack is the best Jansport backpack on this list thanks to its very sturdy construction and versatility. Its shoulder straps can be tucked away while using the wheels for easy carrying. In addition, it also comes with a retractable 3-step handle and skid rails for extra protection and durability.

Size	Weight	Material	Number of Compartments	Other Features
19 x 13 x 9.5 inches	6 pounds	600 Denier Polyester	1 + plenty of pockets and interior organizers	3 colors and prints; wheeled, retractable 3-stage rubber handle, skate wheels

Pros

• High-capacity Jansport backpack
• Well made and long-lasting
• Easy to carry even when heavily loaded thanks to the roller wheels

Cons

• Heavy by itself

Conclusion

Jansport stands true to its tradition of providing high-quality, feature-rich backpacks at accessible prices. Be sure to let us know your opinion in the comment section below. Have you used any of these products? Is there any other JanSport backpack you would recommend?