Fjällräven Kanken Classic Backpack vs Fjällräven Splitpack Backpack

The main difference between the Fjällräven Kanken Classic Backpack and the Fjällräven Splitpack Backpack is that the Kanken Classic Backpack has Water Proof / Water Resistant (Dirt and water resistant material ) while the Splitpack Backpack does not.

Fjällräven Kanken Classic Backpack
Fjällräven Splitpack Backpack - Front View
Specs Brand Fjällräven Fjällräven
Name Kanken Classic Backpack Splitpack Backpack
Category Everyday Travel
Sub Category School Carry On
Capacity (L) 16L 35L
Dimensions (in) 14.9 x10.6 x 5.1 11.02 x 18.9 x 11.02
Weight (lb) 0.7 2.42
Fabric Vinylon F G-1000® HeavyDuty Eco: 65% polyester, 35% cotton
Color 30+ colors and patterns Black
Warranty Fjällräven’s Limited Lifetime Warranty
Rating 4.6 4.5
Price Under $100 Under $200
General Features Shoulder Straps Ergonomic X design shoulder straps Padded shoulder straps with ventilating mesh
Water Proof / Water Resistant Dirt and water resistant material
Zippers Branded 2 way zipper pulls Robust zipper
Main Compartment Access Normal zipped access Opens in the middle
External Pockets 1 zipped front pocket and 2 side pockets 2 zippered outside pockets
Internal Compartments Spacious main compartment with seat pocket 3 zippered mesh pockets
Side Pockets Side pockets can fit water bottle and compact umbrella
Water Bottle Yes
Handles Dual top snap handle with lock button Robust handles on short ends
Convertible Yes
Lightweight Yes
Business & School Features Organizer Pocket Front utility pocket
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Padded back panel Padded back panel
Reflective Safety Strips Reflective logo
Gym / Sports Features Chair / Seat pad Removable seat pad

You're currently comparing the Kanken Classic Backpack by Fjällräven against the Splitpack Backpack by Fjällräven.


Fjällräven 's Kanken Classic Backpack is a Everyday backpack with School features while Fjällräven's Splitpack Backpack is a Travel backpack with Carry On features.

The Fjällräven Kanken Classic Backpack has a capacity of 16L (liters), weighs 0.7 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 14.9 x10.6 x 5.1. It's made of Vinylon F and is available in 30+ colors and patterns in comparison the Fjällräven Splitpack Backpack's capacity is 35L with a size of 11.02 x 18.9 x 11.02 inches. Constructed from G-1000® HeavyDuty Eco: 65% polyester, 35% cotton it weighs 2.42 pounds and is available in Black.