Herschel Retreat Backpack vs Fjällräven Kanken Classic Backpack

The main difference between the Herschel Retreat Backpack and the Fjällräven Kanken Classic Backpack is that the Retreat Backpack has Laptop Sleeve (Padded and fleece lined 15" laptop sleeve) while the Kanken Classic Backpack does not.

Herschel Retreat Backpack Front View
Fjällräven Kanken Classic Backpack
Specs Brand Herschel Fjällräven
Name Retreat Backpack Kanken Classic Backpack
Category School Everyday
Sub Category Everyday School
Capacity (L) 19.5L 16L
Dimensions (in) 17 x 12 x 6 14.9 x10.6 x 5.1
Weight (lb) 2.2 0.7
Fabric Ripstop Nylon Vinylon F
Color 20+ colors and patterns 30+ colors and patterns
Warranty Herschel Limited Lifetime Warranty Fjällräven’s Limited Lifetime Warranty
Rating 4.7 4.6
Price Under $75 Under $100
General Features Shoulder Straps Padded, contoured shoulder straps Ergonomic X design shoulder straps
Water Proof / Water Resistant Dirt and water resistant material
Zippers Branded 2 way zipper pulls
Main Compartment Access Top opening style with drawcord closure and flap Normal zipped access
External Pockets 1 front pocket 1 zipped front pocket and 2 side pockets
Internal Compartments Spacious main compartment with seat pocket
Side Pockets Side pockets can fit water bottle and compact umbrella
Water Bottle No Yes
Handles Top grab handle Dual top snap handle with lock button
Convertible Yes
Lightweight Yes
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Padded and fleece lined 15" laptop sleeve
Organizer Pocket Front utility pocket
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Padded back panel
Reflective Safety Strips Reflective logo
Gym / Sports Features Chair / Seat pad Removable seat pad

You're currently comparing the Retreat Backpack by Herschel against the Kanken Classic Backpack by Fjällräven .


Herschel 's Retreat Backpack is a School backpack with Everyday features while Fjällräven 's Kanken Classic Backpack is a Everyday backpack with School features.

The Herschel Retreat Backpack has a capacity of 19.5L (liters), weighs 2.2 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 17 x 12 x 6. It's made of Ripstop Nylon and is available in 20+ colors and patterns in comparison the Fjällräven Kanken Classic Backpack's capacity is 16L with a size of 14.9 x10.6 x 5.1 inches. Constructed from Vinylon F it weighs 0.7 pounds and is available in 30+ colors and patterns .