Herschel Retreat Backpack vs Herschel Iona Backpack

The main difference between the Herschel Retreat Backpack and the Herschel Iona Backpack is that the Retreat Backpack has External Pockets (1 front pocket) while the Iona Backpack does not.

Herschel Retreat Backpack Front View
Herschel Iona Backpack Front View
Specs Brand Herschel Herschel
Name Retreat Backpack Iona Backpack
Category School Laptop
Sub Category Everyday Everyday
Capacity (L) 19.5L
Dimensions (in) 17 x 12 x 6 7 x 11.5 x 19.25
Weight (lb) 2.2 1.5
Fabric Ripstop Nylon Polyester
Color 20+ colors and patterns 9 colors and patterns
Warranty Herschel Limited Lifetime Warranty Herschel Limited Lifetime Warranty
Rating 4.7 4.8
Price Under $75 Under $75
General Features Shoulder Straps Padded, contoured shoulder straps Padded contoured shoulder straps
Main Compartment Access Top opening style with drawcord closure and flap Top loading access with drawcord and flap closure
External Pockets 1 front pocket
Water Bottle No No
Handles Top grab handle Top grab handle
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Padded and fleece lined 15" laptop sleeve Laptop sleeve fits up to 15"
Travel Features Base / Bottom Reinforced base
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Padded back panel
Anti Theft Features Hidden Pocket Hidden zippered top flap storage pocket

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


Herschel 's Retreat Backpack is a School backpack with Everyday features while Herschel 's Iona Backpack is a Laptop backpack with Everyday 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 Herschel Iona Backpack's capacity is with a size of 7 x 11.5 x 19.25 inches. Constructed from Polyester it weighs 1.5 pounds and is available in 9 colors and patterns.