Herschel Nova Sprout Backpack vs Herschel Retreat Backpack

The main difference between the Herschel Nova Sprout Backpack and the Herschel Retreat Backpack is that the Nova Sprout Backpack has Zippers (Exposed metal zippers) while the Retreat Backpack does not.

Herschel Nova Sprout Backpack Front View
Herschel Retreat Backpack Front View
Specs Brand Herschel Herschel
Name Nova Sprout Backpack Retreat Backpack
Category Diaper School
Sub Category Womens Everyday
Capacity (L) 25L 19.5L
Dimensions (in) 17.75 x 12.5 x 6 17 x 12 x 6
Weight (lb) 1.5 2.2
Fabric Cotton Canvas Ripstop Nylon
Color 8 colors and patterns 20+ colors and patterns
Warranty Herschel Limited Lifetime Warranty Herschel Limited Lifetime Warranty
Rating 4.6 4.7
Price Under $150 Under $75
General Features Shoulder Straps Adjustable clip-fastened shoulder straps Padded, contoured shoulder straps
Zippers Exposed metal zippers
Main Compartment Access Normal zipped access Top opening style with drawcord closure and flap
External Pockets 1 zipped front pocket and 2 side pockets 1 front pocket
Side Pockets Side pockets can fit water bottle and changing mat
Water Bottle Yes No
Handles Dual top grab handles Top grab handle
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Padded laptop sleeve fits up to 13" Padded and fleece lined 15" laptop sleeve
Baby Features Stroller Hook / Clip Yes
Changing Pad Removable change mat storage divider

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


Herschel 's Nova Sprout Backpack is a Diaper backpack with Womens features while Herschel 's Retreat Backpack is a School backpack with Everyday features.

The Herschel Nova Sprout Backpack has a capacity of 25L (liters), weighs 1.5 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 17.75 x 12.5 x 6. It's made of Cotton Canvas and is available in 8 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 .