Kipling Shelden Backpack vs Element Strain Backpack

The main difference between the Kipling Shelden Backpack and the Element Strain Backpack is that the Shelden Backpack has Zippers (Plastic molded zipper with rubber pulls) while the Strain Backpack does not.

Kipling Shelden Backpack - Front View
Element Strain Backpack - Front View
Specs Brand Kipling Element
Name Shelden Backpack Strain Backpack
Category Laptop Laptop
Sub Category School School
Capacity (L) 19L 27L
Dimensions (in) 12 x 15.5 x 5 20 x 15 x 6
Weight (lb) 0.99 2
Fabric Polyester DWR recycled cotton canvas PU2 backing
Color Pearl Teal Metallic Off Black
Price Under $150 Under $100
General Features Shoulder Straps Straight - adjustable strap Ergonomic padded straps with 3D air mesh backing
Zippers Plastic molded zipper with rubber pulls
Main Compartment Access Normal top two way zip access Easy access zippered side entry.
External Pockets Two side slip pockets, Water bottle pocket 1 front zippered drop pocket
Internal Compartments Laptop sleeve, two internal slip pockets 1 internal slots organizer
Side Pockets Two side slip pockets
Water Bottle Yes
Handles Top grab handle
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Padded; 15" Laptop 1 padded laptop sleeve 13" to 15"
Travel Features Base / Bottom Reinforced ripstop bottom base
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Padded Paded back panel
Other Features Other Features With monkey keychain

You're currently comparing the Shelden Backpack by Kipling against the Strain Backpack by Element.


Kipling's Shelden Backpack is a Laptop backpack with School features while Element's Strain Backpack is a Laptop backpack with School features.

The Kipling Shelden Backpack has a capacity of 19L (liters), weighs 0.99 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 12 x 15.5 x 5. It's made of Polyester and is available in Pearl Teal Metallic in comparison the Element Strain Backpack's capacity is 27L with a size of 20 x 15 x 6 inches. Constructed from DWR recycled cotton canvas PU2 backing it weighs 2 pounds and is available in Off Black.