Fjällräven Kanken Classic Backpack vs High Sierra Airhead Backpack

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

Fjällräven Kanken Classic Backpack
High Sierra Airhead Backpack Side View
Specs Brand Fjällräven High Sierra
Name Kanken Classic Backpack Airhead Backpack
Category Everyday School
Sub Category School Everyday
Capacity (L) 16L
Dimensions (in) 14.9 x10.6 x 5.1 19.5 x 13 x 7
Weight (lb) 0.7 1.3
Fabric Vinylon F Durable Mesh Fabric
Color 30+ colors and patterns 2 colors and patterns
Warranty Fjällräven’s Limited Lifetime Warranty High Sierra Limited Lifetime Warranty
Rating 4.6 4.6
Price Under $100 Under $25
General Features Shoulder Straps Ergonomic X design shoulder straps S-shaped Vapel™ mesh shoulder straps
Water Proof / Water Resistant Dirt and water resistant material
Zippers Branded 2 way zipper pulls
Main Compartment Access Normal zipped access Normal zipped access
External Pockets 1 zipped front pocket and 2 side pockets 2 zipped front pockets and media pocket on strap
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 Ribbed grab handle
Loops and Attachments Front attachment clip
Convertible Yes
Lightweight Yes
Business & School Features Organizer Pocket Front utility pocket See-through organizer with multiple pockets and a key fob
Travel Features Compression Straps External compression straps
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Padded back panel
Rain Cover Water-resistant tuck away rain cover
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 Airhead Backpack by High Sierra .


Fjällräven 's Kanken Classic Backpack is a Everyday backpack with School features while High Sierra 's Airhead 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 High Sierra Airhead Backpack's capacity is with a size of 19.5 x 13 x 7 inches. Constructed from Durable Mesh Fabric it weighs 1.3 pounds and is available in 2 colors and patterns.