Herschel X-Large Classic Backpack vs High Sierra Airhead Backpack

The main difference between the Herschel X-Large Classic Backpack and the High Sierra Airhead Backpack is that the X-Large Classic Backpack has Water Proof / Water Resistant (Water resistant material) while the Airhead Backpack does not.

Herschel X-Large Classic Backpack Side View
High Sierra Airhead Backpack Side View
Specs Brand Herschel High Sierra
Name X-Large Classic Backpack Airhead Backpack
Category School School
Sub Category Everyday Everyday
Capacity (L) 30L
Dimensions (in) 17.5 x 12.5 x 6 19.5 x 13 x 7
Weight (lb) 1.6 1.3
Fabric Ripstop Nylon Durable Mesh Fabric
Color 20+ colors and patterns 2 colors and patterns
Warranty Herschel Limited Lifetime Warranty High Sierra Limited Lifetime Warranty
Rating 4.7 4.6
Price Under $75 Under $25
General Features Shoulder Straps Padded, contoured shoulder straps S-shaped Vapel™ mesh 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 and 2 side pockets 2 zipped front pockets and media pocket on strap
Side Pockets Side pockets can fit water bottle
Water Bottle Yes No
Handles Top grab handle Ribbed grab handle
Loops and Attachments Front attachment clip
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Fleece-lined tech sleeve that fits laptops up to 15”
Organizer Pocket Front utility pocket with key clip See-through organizer with multiple pockets and a key fob
Travel Features Compression Straps External compression straps
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Breathable air-mesh back padding
Rain Cover Water-resistant tuck away rain cover

You're currently comparing the X-Large Classic Backpack by Herschel against the Airhead Backpack by High Sierra .


Herschel 's X-Large Classic Backpack is a School backpack with Everyday features while High Sierra 's Airhead Backpack is a School backpack with Everyday features.

The Herschel X-Large Classic Backpack has a capacity of 30L (liters), weighs 1.6 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 17.5 x 12.5 x 6. It's made of Ripstop Nylon and is available in 20+ colors and patterns in comparison the High Sierra Airhead Backpack's capacity is with a size of 19.5 x 13 x 7 inches. Constructed from Durable Mesh Fabric it weighs 1.3 pounds and is available in 2 colors and patterns.