Nike Elemental Backpack vs Vans Old Skool Checkerboard Backpack

The main difference between the Nike Elemental Backpack and the Vans Old Skool Checkerboard Backpack is that the Elemental Backpack has Water Proof / Water Resistant (Water repellent material) while the Old Skool Checkerboard Backpack does not.

Nike Elemental Backpack Front View
Vans Old Skool Checkerboard Backpack Front View
Specs Brand Nike Vans
Name Elemental Backpack Old Skool Checkerboard Backpack
Category School School
Sub Category Everyday Everyday
Capacity (L) 20L 22L
Dimensions (in) 17 x 12 x 5 16.5 x 12.75 x 4.75
Weight (lb) 0.5 0.5
Fabric 100% Polyester 100% Polyester
Color 12+ colors and patterns 3 colors and patterns
Warranty Nike Lifetime Warranty Vans 30 Days Warranty
Rating 4.6 4.7
Price Under $50 Under $50
General Features Shoulder Straps Padded, adjustable shoulder straps Straight-cut padded shoulder straps
Water Proof / Water Resistant Water repellent material
Zippers Normal zipped access
Main Compartment Access Normal zipped access
External Pockets 1 zipped front pocket and 2 side pockets 1 zipped front pocket
Internal Compartments Large main compartment with interior sleeve
Side Pockets Side pockets can fit water bottle
Water Bottle Yes No
Handles Web haul handle Haul handle
Loops and Attachments Pencil case
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Laptop sleeve fits up to 15"
Organizer Pocket Front utility pocket with organizer
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Padded back panel

You're currently comparing the Elemental Backpack by Nike against the Old Skool Checkerboard Backpack by Vans .


Nike 's Elemental Backpack is a School backpack with Everyday features while Vans 's Old Skool Checkerboard Backpack is a School backpack with Everyday features.

The Nike Elemental Backpack has a capacity of 20L (liters), weighs 0.5 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 17 x 12 x 5. It's made of 100% Polyester and is available in 12+ colors and patterns in comparison the Vans Old Skool Checkerboard Backpack 's capacity is 22L with a size of 16.5 x 12.75 x 4.75 inches. Constructed from 100% Polyester it weighs 0.5 pounds and is available in 3 colors and patterns.