Vans Old Skool Backpack vs JanSport Big Student Backpack

The main difference between the Vans Old Skool Backpack and the JanSport Big Student Backpack is that the Old Skool Backpack has Zippers (Nylon) while the Big Student Backpack does not.

Vans Old Skool Backpack - Front View
JanSport Big Student Backpack
Specs Brand Vans JanSport
Name Old Skool Backpack Big Student Backpack
Category School School
Sub Category Everyday Everyday
Capacity (L) 22L 34L
Dimensions (in) 16 x 5 x 14 17.5 x 13 x 10
Weight (lb) 14 1.5
Fabric 100% recycled polyester 100% Polyester
Color White 10+ colors and patterns
Warranty JanSport Limited Lifetime Warranty
Release Date July 16, 2020
Rating 4.6 4.8
Price Under $100 Under $50
General Features Shoulder Straps Straight - adjustable padded strap Ergonomic S-Curve padded shoulder straps
Water Proof / Water Resistant Water-repellent material
Zippers Nylon
Main Compartment Access Normal top zip access Normal zipped access
External Pockets 1 front zip pocket, 2 side slip-in pockets 3 zipped front pockets, and 1 side pocket
Internal Compartments Laptop sleeve Two large main compartments
Side Pockets 2 slip-in side pockets Side pocket can fit water bottle
Water Bottle Yes Yes
Handles Top grab handle Web haul top handle
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Unpadded 15" padded laptop compartment
Organizer Pocket Front utility pocket with organizer and pleated front stash pocket
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Padded Fully padded back panel

You're currently comparing the Old Skool Backpack by Vans against the Big Student Backpack by JanSport .


Vans 's Old Skool Backpack is a School backpack with Everyday features while JanSport 's Big Student Backpack is a School backpack with Everyday features.

The Vans Old Skool Backpack has a capacity of 22L (liters), weighs 14 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 16 x 5 x 14. It's made of 100% recycled polyester and is available in White in comparison the JanSport Big Student Backpack 's capacity is 34L with a size of 17.5 x 13 x 10 inches. Constructed from 100% Polyester it weighs 1.5 pounds and is available in 10+ colors and patterns.