Herschel Classic Backpack vs JanSport Big Student Backpack

The main difference between the Herschel Classic Backpack and the JanSport Big Student Backpack is that the Classic Backpack has Zippers (Prusik cord zipper pulls) while the Big Student Backpack does not.

Herschel Classic Backpack Side View
JanSport Big Student Backpack
Specs Brand Herschel JanSport
Name Classic Backpack Big Student Backpack
Category School School
Sub Category Everyday Everyday
Capacity (L) 24L 34L
Dimensions (in) 16.5 x 12 x 5.5 17.5 x 13 x 10
Weight (lb) 1.3 1.5
Fabric Ripstop Nylon 100% Polyester
Color 20+ colors and patterns 10+ colors and patterns
Warranty Herschel Limited Lifetime Warranty JanSport Limited Lifetime Warranty
Release Date July 16, 2020
Rating 4.7 4.8
Price Under $50 Under $50
General Features Shoulder Straps Padded, contoured shoulder straps Ergonomic S-Curve padded shoulder straps
Water Proof / Water Resistant Water resistant material Water-repellent material
Zippers Prusik cord zipper pulls
Main Compartment Access Normal zipped access Normal zipped access
External Pockets 1 zipped front pocket 3 zipped front pockets, and 1 side pocket
Internal Compartments Internal media pocket Two large main compartments
Side Pockets Side pocket can fit water bottle
Water Bottle No Yes
Handles Top grab handle Web haul top handle
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Tech-safe padded sleeve fits up to 15" laptop 15" padded laptop compartment
Organizer Pocket Front utility pocket Front utility pocket with organizer and pleated front stash pocket
Travel Features Carry-on Size Compliant Breathable air-mesh back padding
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Fully padded back panel

You're currently comparing the Classic Backpack by Herschel against the Big Student Backpack by JanSport .


Herschel 's Classic Backpack is a School backpack with Everyday features while JanSport 's Big Student 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 JanSport Big Student Backpack 's capacity is 34L with a size of 17.5 x 13 x 10 inches. Constructed from 100% Polyester it weighs 1.5 pounds and is available in 10+ colors and patterns.