Fjällräven Kanken Classic Backpack vs Herschel Mid Volume Classic Backpack

The main difference between the Fjällräven Kanken Classic Backpack and the Herschel Mid Volume Classic Backpack is that the Kanken Classic Backpack has External Pockets (1 zipped front pocket and 2 side pockets) while the Mid Volume Classic Backpack does not.

Fjällräven Kanken Classic Backpack
Herschel Mid Volume Classic Backpack Side View
Specs Brand Fjällräven Herschel
Name Kanken Classic Backpack Mid Volume Classic Backpack
Category Everyday School
Sub Category School Everyday
Capacity (L) 16L 18L
Dimensions (in) 14.9 x10.6 x 5.1 15.5 x 11.25 x 5
Weight (lb) 0.7 1.2
Fabric Vinylon F Ripstop Nylon
Color 30+ colors and patterns 20+ colors and patterns
Warranty Fjällräven’s Limited Lifetime Warranty Herschel Limited Lifetime Warranty
Rating 4.6 4.7
Price Under $100 Under $50
General Features Shoulder Straps Ergonomic X design shoulder straps Padded, contoured shoulder straps
Water Proof / Water Resistant Dirt and water resistant material Water resistant material
Zippers Branded 2 way zipper pulls Prusik cord zipper pulls
Main Compartment Access Normal zipped access 1 zipped front pocket
External Pockets 1 zipped front pocket and 2 side pockets
Internal Compartments Spacious main compartment with seat pocket
Side Pockets Side pockets can fit water bottle and compact umbrella
Water Bottle Yes No
Handles Dual top snap handle with lock button Top grab handle
Convertible Yes
Lightweight Yes
Business & School Features Organizer Pocket Front utility pocket Front utility pocket
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Padded back panel Breathable air-mesh back padding
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 Mid Volume Classic Backpack by Herschel .


Fjällräven 's Kanken Classic Backpack is a Everyday backpack with School features while Herschel 's Mid Volume Classic Backpack is a School backpack with Everyday 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 Herschel Mid Volume Classic Backpack's capacity is 18L with a size of 15.5 x 11.25 x 5 inches. Constructed from Ripstop Nylon it weighs 1.2 pounds and is available in 20+ colors and patterns.