Herschel Buckingham Backpack vs Element Strain Backpack

The main difference between the Herschel Buckingham Backpack and the Element Strain Backpack is that the Buckingham Backpack has Water Bottle (Yes) while the Strain Backpack does not.

Herschel Buckingham Backpack Front View
Element Strain Backpack - Front View
Specs Brand Herschel Element
Name Buckingham Backpack Strain Backpack
Category School Laptop
Sub Category Laptop School
Capacity (L) 33L 27L
Dimensions (in) 8 x 12.25 x 18.5 20 x 15 x 6
Weight (lb) 1.9 2
Fabric Cotton Canvas DWR recycled cotton canvas PU2 backing
Color 10+ colors and patterns Off Black
Warranty Herschel Limited Lifetime Warranty
Rating 4.8
Price Under $125 Under $100
General Features Shoulder Straps Contoured shoulder straps Ergonomic padded straps with 3D air mesh backing
Main Compartment Access Top loading access with drawcord and flap closure Easy access zippered side entry.
External Pockets 2 front pockets 1 front zippered drop pocket
Internal Compartments 1 internal slots organizer
Water Bottle Yes
Handles Top grab handle
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Laptop sleeve fits up to 15" 1 padded laptop sleeve 13" to 15"
Travel Features Base / Bottom Reinforced ripstop bottom base
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Paded back panel

You're currently comparing the Buckingham Backpack by Herschel against the Strain Backpack by Element.


Herschel 's Buckingham Backpack is a School backpack with Laptop features while Element's Strain Backpack is a Laptop backpack with School features.

The Herschel Buckingham Backpack has a capacity of 33L (liters), weighs 1.9 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 8 x 12.25 x 18.5. It's made of Cotton Canvas and is available in 10+ colors and patterns in comparison the Element Strain Backpack's capacity is 27L with a size of 20 x 15 x 6 inches. Constructed from DWR recycled cotton canvas PU2 backing it weighs 2 pounds and is available in Off Black.