Herschel Mid Volume Nova Backpack vs Herschel Classic Backpack

The main difference between the Herschel Mid Volume Nova Backpack and the Herschel Classic Backpack is that the Mid Volume Nova Backpack has Side Pockets (Side pockets can fit water bottle) while the Classic Backpack does not.

Herschel Mid Volume Nova Backpack Front View
Herschel Classic Backpack Side View
Specs Brand Herschel Herschel
Name Mid Volume Nova Backpack Classic Backpack
Category School School
Sub Category Everyday Everyday
Capacity (L) 18L 24L
Dimensions (in) 16 x 12 x 5.5 16.5 x 12 x 5.5
Weight (lb) 1.1 1.3
Fabric Polyester Ripstop Nylon
Color 20+ colors and patterns 20+ colors and patterns
Warranty Herschel Limited Lifetime Warranty Herschel Limited Lifetime Warranty
Rating 4.6 4.7
Price Under $75 Under $50
General Features Shoulder Straps Slim shoulder straps with webbing adjusters Padded, contoured shoulder straps
Water Proof / Water Resistant Water resistant material
Zippers Exposed metal zippers Prusik cord zipper pulls
Main Compartment Access Normal zipped access Normal zipped access
External Pockets 1 zipped front pocket and 2 side pockets 1 zipped front pocket
Internal Compartments Interior sleeve Internal media pocket
Side Pockets Side pockets can fit water bottle
Water Bottle Yes No
Handles Dual top handles Top grab handle
Convertible Yes
Lightweight Yes
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Laptop sleeve fits up to 13" Tech-safe padded sleeve fits up to 15" laptop
Organizer Pocket Front utility pocket with key clip Front utility pocket
Travel Features Carry-on Size Compliant Breathable air-mesh back padding
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Light back padding

You're currently comparing the Mid Volume Nova Backpack by Herschel against the Classic Backpack by Herschel .


Herschel 's Mid Volume Nova Backpack is a School backpack with Everyday features while Herschel 's Classic Backpack is a School backpack with Everyday features.

The Herschel Mid Volume Nova Backpack has a capacity of 18L (liters), weighs 1.1 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 16 x 12 x 5.5 . It's made of Polyester and is available in 20+ colors and patterns in comparison the Herschel Classic Backpack's capacity is 24L with a size of 16.5 x 12 x 5.5 inches. Constructed from Ripstop Nylon it weighs 1.3 pounds and is available in 20+ colors and patterns .