Herschel Classic Backpack vs Vans Old Skool Checkerboard Backpack

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

Herschel Classic Backpack Side View
Vans Old Skool Checkerboard Backpack Front View
Specs Brand Herschel Vans
Name Classic Backpack Old Skool Checkerboard Backpack
Category School School
Sub Category Everyday Everyday
Capacity (L) 24L 22L
Dimensions (in) 16.5 x 12 x 5.5 16.5 x 12.75 x 4.75
Weight (lb) 1.3 0.5
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 4.7
Price Under $50 Under $50
General Features Shoulder Straps Padded, contoured shoulder straps Straight-cut 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
Internal Compartments Internal media pocket Large main compartment with interior sleeve
Water Bottle No No
Handles Top grab handle Haul handle
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Tech-safe padded sleeve fits up to 15" laptop Laptop sleeve fits up to 15"
Organizer Pocket Front utility pocket Front utility pocket with organizer
Travel Features Carry-on Size Compliant Breathable air-mesh back padding

You're currently comparing the Classic Backpack by Herschel against the Old Skool Checkerboard Backpack by Vans .


Herschel 's Classic Backpack is a School backpack with Everyday features while Vans 's Old Skool Checkerboard 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 Old Skool Checkerboard Backpack 's capacity is 22L with a size of 16.5 x 12.75 x 4.75 inches. Constructed from 100% Polyester it weighs 0.5 pounds and is available in 3 colors and patterns.