Fjällräven Kanken Classic Backpack vs High Sierra Fatboy Backpack

The main difference between the Fjällräven Kanken Classic Backpack and the High Sierra Fatboy Backpack is that the Kanken Classic Backpack has Zippers (Branded 2 way zipper pulls) while the Fatboy Backpack does not.

Fjällräven Kanken Classic Backpack
High Sierra Fatboy Backpack Side View
Specs Brand Fjällräven High Sierra
Name Kanken Classic Backpack Fatboy 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 600D and Mini-hexagon Duralite Fabric
Color 30+ colors and patterns 10+ colors and patterns
Warranty Fjällräven’s Limited Lifetime Warranty High Sierra Limited Lifetime Warranty
Rating 4.6 4.6
Price Under $100 Under $50
General Features Shoulder Straps Ergonomic X design shoulder straps S-shaped mesh padded shoulder straps
Water Proof / Water Resistant Dirt and water resistant material Water resistant coating
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 2 side pockets
Internal Compartments Spacious main compartment with seat pocket
Side Pockets Side pockets can fit water bottle and compact umbrella Side pockets can fit water bottle
Water Bottle Yes Yes
Handles Dual top snap handle with lock button Heavy-duty webbing grab handle
Loops and Attachments Front attachment clip
USB Charger Front accessory pocket with USB port and internal cord pouch
Convertible Yes
Lightweight Yes
Business & School Features Tablet Sleeve Designated tablet sleeve
Organizer Pocket Front utility pocket Premium organizer with multiple pockets and key fob
Travel Features Compression Straps External compression straps
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Padded back panel Primary 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 Fatboy Backpack by High Sierra .


Fjällräven 's Kanken Classic Backpack is a Everyday backpack with School features while High Sierra 's Fatboy 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 Fatboy Backpack's capacity is with a size of 19.5 x 13 x 7 inches. Constructed from 600D and Mini-hexagon Duralite Fabric it weighs 1.3 pounds and is available in 10+ colors and patterns.