Herschel Classic Backpack vs Herschel Retreat Backpack

The main difference between the Herschel Classic Backpack and the Herschel Retreat Backpack is that the Classic Backpack has Water Proof / Water Resistant (Water resistant material) while the Retreat Backpack does not.

Herschel Classic Backpack Side View
Herschel Retreat Backpack Front View
Specs Brand Herschel Herschel
Name Classic Backpack Retreat Backpack
Category School School
Sub Category Everyday Everyday
Capacity (L) 24L 19.5L
Dimensions (in) 16.5 x 12 x 5.5 17 x 12 x 6
Weight (lb) 1.3 2.2
Fabric Ripstop Nylon Ripstop Nylon
Color 20+ colors and patterns 20+ colors and patterns
Warranty Herschel Limited Lifetime Warranty Herschel Limited Lifetime Warranty
Rating 4.7 4.7
Price Under $50 Under $75
General Features Shoulder Straps Padded, contoured shoulder straps Padded, contoured shoulder straps
Water Proof / Water Resistant Water resistant material
Zippers Prusik cord zipper pulls
Main Compartment Access Normal zipped access Top opening style with drawcord closure and flap
External Pockets 1 zipped front pocket 1 front pocket
Internal Compartments Internal media pocket
Water Bottle No No
Handles Top grab handle Top grab handle
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Tech-safe padded sleeve fits up to 15" laptop Padded and fleece lined 15" laptop sleeve
Organizer Pocket Front utility pocket
Travel Features Carry-on Size Compliant Breathable air-mesh back padding

You're currently comparing the Classic Backpack by Herschel against the Retreat Backpack by Herschel .


Herschel 's Classic Backpack is a School backpack with Everyday features while Herschel 's Retreat Backpack is a School backpack with Everyday features.

The Herschel Classic Backpack has a capacity of 24L (liters), weighs 1.3 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 16.5 x 12 x 5.5. It's made of Ripstop Nylon and is available in 20+ colors and patterns in comparison the Herschel Retreat Backpack's capacity is 19.5L with a size of 17 x 12 x 6 inches. Constructed from Ripstop Nylon it weighs 2.2 pounds and is available in 20+ colors and patterns .