JanSport Big Student Backpack vs Herschel Mid Volume Classic Backpack

The main difference between the JanSport Big Student Backpack and the Herschel Mid Volume Classic Backpack is that the Big Student Backpack has External Pockets (3 zipped front pockets, and 1 side pocket) while the Mid Volume Classic Backpack does not.

JanSport Big Student Backpack
Herschel Mid Volume Classic Backpack Side View
Specs Brand JanSport Herschel
Name Big Student Backpack Mid Volume Classic Backpack
Category School School
Sub Category Everyday Everyday
Capacity (L) 34L 18L
Dimensions (in) 17.5 x 13 x 10 15.5 x 11.25 x 5
Weight (lb) 1.5 1.2
Fabric 100% Polyester Ripstop Nylon
Color 10+ colors and patterns 20+ colors and patterns
Warranty JanSport Limited Lifetime Warranty Herschel Limited Lifetime Warranty
Release Date July 16, 2020
Rating 4.8 4.7
Price Under $50 Under $50
General Features Shoulder Straps Ergonomic S-Curve padded shoulder straps Padded, contoured shoulder straps
Water Proof / Water Resistant Water-repellent material Water resistant material
Zippers Prusik cord zipper pulls
Main Compartment Access Normal zipped access 1 zipped front pocket
External Pockets 3 zipped front pockets, and 1 side pocket
Internal Compartments Two large main compartments
Side Pockets Side pocket can fit water bottle
Water Bottle Yes No
Handles Web haul top handle Top grab handle
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve 15" padded laptop compartment
Organizer Pocket Front utility pocket with organizer and pleated front stash pocket Front utility pocket
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Fully padded back panel Breathable air-mesh back padding

You're currently comparing the Big Student Backpack by JanSport against the Mid Volume Classic Backpack by Herschel .


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

The JanSport Big Student Backpack has a capacity of 34L (liters), weighs 1.5 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 17.5 x 13 x 10. It's made of 100% Polyester and is available in 10+ colors and patterns in comparison the Herschel Mid Volume Classic Backpack's capacity is 18L with a size of 15.5 x 11.25 x 5 inches. Constructed from Ripstop Nylon it weighs 1.2 pounds and is available in 20+ colors and patterns.