Herschel Classic Backpack vs Vans Alumni Pack 3 Backpack

The main difference between the Herschel Classic Backpack and the Vans Alumni Pack 3 Backpack is that the Classic Backpack has Water Proof / Water Resistant (Water resistant material) while the Alumni Pack 3 Backpack does not.

Herschel Classic Backpack Side View
Vans Alumni Pack 3 Backpack Front View
Specs Brand Herschel Vans
Name Classic Backpack Alumni Pack 3 Backpack
Category School School
Sub Category Everyday Everyday
Capacity (L) 24L
Dimensions (in) 16.5 x 12 x 5.5 18 x 7.5 x 12
Weight (lb) 1.3 1.0
Fabric Ripstop Nylon 100% Polyester
Color 20+ colors and patterns 3 colors and patterns
Warranty Herschel Limited Lifetime Warranty Vans 30 Days Warranty
Rating 4.7 4.8
Price Under $50 Under $125
General Features Shoulder Straps Padded, contoured shoulder straps Adjustable padded shoulder straps
Water Proof / Water Resistant Water resistant material
Zippers Prusik cord zipper pulls
Main Compartment Access Normal zipped access Normal zipped access
External Pockets 1 zipped front pocket 1 zipped front pocket and 2 side pockets
Internal Compartments Internal media pocket Interior slip and mesh pocket
Side Pockets Side pockets can fit water bottle
Water Bottle No Yes
Handles Top grab handle Top grab handle
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Tech-safe padded sleeve fits up to 15" laptop
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 Alumni Pack 3 Backpack by Vans .


Herschel 's Classic Backpack is a School backpack with Everyday features while Vans 's Alumni Pack 3 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 Vans Alumni Pack 3 Backpack's capacity is with a size of 18 x 7.5 x 12 inches. Constructed from 100% Polyester it weighs 1.0 pounds and is available in 3 colors and patterns.