Dakine Grom 13L Backpack vs Vans Alumni Pack 3 Backpack

The main difference between the Dakine Grom 13L Backpack and the Vans Alumni Pack 3 Backpack is that the Grom 13L Backpack has Sternum / Chest Straps (Adjustable sternum strap with rescue whistle) while the Alumni Pack 3 Backpack does not.

Dakine Grom 13L Backpack Front View
Vans Alumni Pack 3 Backpack Front View
Specs Brand Dakine Vans
Name Grom 13L Backpack Alumni Pack 3 Backpack
Category Everyday School
Sub Category School Everyday
Capacity (L) 13L
Dimensions (in) 16 x 9.5 x 6 18 x 7.5 x 12
Weight (lb) 1.0
Fabric 600D Recycled Polyester 100% Polyester
Color 30 Colors and patterns 3 colors and patterns
Warranty Dakine 10 Year Limited Lifetime Warranty Vans 30 Days Warranty
Rating 4.4 4.8
Price Under $50 Under $125
General Features Shoulder Straps S-curved shoulder straps Adjustable padded shoulder straps
Sternum / Chest Straps Adjustable sternum strap with rescue whistle
Main Compartment Access Normal zipped access Normal zipped access
External Pockets 2 zipped front pockets, and 2 side pockets 1 zipped front pocket and 2 side pockets
Internal Compartments Interior slip and 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
Loops and Attachments Elastic cord
Lightweight Yes
Other Features Other Features Fleece lined sunglass pocket

You're currently comparing the Grom 13L Backpack by Dakine against the Alumni Pack 3 Backpack by Vans .


Dakine 's Grom 13L Backpack is a Everyday backpack with School features while Vans 's Alumni Pack 3 Backpack is a School backpack with Everyday features.

The Dakine Grom 13L Backpack has a capacity of 13L (liters), weighs pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 16 x 9.5 x 6. It's made of 600D Recycled Polyester and is available in 30 Colors and patterns in comparison the Vans Alumni Pack 3 Backpack's capacity is with a size of 18 x 7.5 x 12 inches. Constructed from 100% Polyester it weighs 1.0 pounds and is available in 3 colors and patterns.