Fjällräven Kanken Classic Backpack vs Vans Old Skool Backpack

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

Fjällräven Kanken Classic Backpack
Vans Old Skool Backpack - Front View
Specs Brand Fjällräven Vans
Name Kanken Classic Backpack Old Skool Backpack
Category Everyday School
Sub Category School Everyday
Capacity (L) 16L 22L
Dimensions (in) 14.9 x10.6 x 5.1 16 x 5 x 14
Weight (lb) 0.7 14
Fabric Vinylon F 100% recycled polyester
Color 30+ colors and patterns White
Warranty Fjällräven’s Limited Lifetime Warranty
Rating 4.6 4.6
Price Under $100 Under $100
General Features Shoulder Straps Ergonomic X design shoulder straps Straight - adjustable padded strap
Water Proof / Water Resistant Dirt and water resistant material
Zippers Branded 2 way zipper pulls Nylon
Main Compartment Access Normal zipped access Normal top zip access
External Pockets 1 zipped front pocket and 2 side pockets 1 front zip pocket, 2 side slip-in pockets
Internal Compartments Spacious main compartment with seat pocket Laptop sleeve
Side Pockets Side pockets can fit water bottle and compact umbrella 2 slip-in side pockets
Water Bottle Yes Yes
Handles Dual top snap handle with lock button Top grab handle
Convertible Yes
Lightweight Yes
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Unpadded
Organizer Pocket Front utility pocket
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Padded back panel Padded
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 Old Skool Backpack by Vans .


Fjällräven 's Kanken Classic Backpack is a Everyday backpack with School features while Vans 's Old Skool 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 Vans Old Skool Backpack's capacity is 22L with a size of 16 x 5 x 14 inches. Constructed from 100% recycled polyester it weighs 14 pounds and is available in White.