Vans Old Skool Checkerboard Backpack vs Herschel Retreat Backpack

The main difference between the Vans Old Skool Checkerboard Backpack and the Herschel Retreat Backpack is that the Old Skool Checkerboard Backpack has Internal Compartments (Large main compartment with interior sleeve) while the Retreat Backpack does not.

Vans Old Skool Checkerboard Backpack Front View
Herschel Retreat Backpack Front View
Specs Brand Vans Herschel
Name Old Skool Checkerboard Backpack Retreat Backpack
Category School School
Sub Category Everyday Everyday
Capacity (L) 22L 19.5L
Dimensions (in) 16.5 x 12.75 x 4.75 17 x 12 x 6
Weight (lb) 0.5 2.2
Fabric 100% Polyester Ripstop Nylon
Color 3 colors and patterns 20+ colors and patterns
Warranty Vans 30 Days Warranty Herschel Limited Lifetime Warranty
Rating 4.7 4.7
Price Under $50 Under $75
General Features Shoulder Straps Straight-cut padded shoulder straps Padded, contoured shoulder straps
Main Compartment Access Normal zipped access Top opening style with drawcord closure and flap
External Pockets 1 zipped front pocket 1 front pocket
Internal Compartments Large main compartment with interior sleeve
Water Bottle No No
Handles Haul handle Top grab handle
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Laptop sleeve fits up to 15" Padded and fleece lined 15" laptop sleeve
Organizer Pocket Front utility pocket with organizer

You're currently comparing the Old Skool Checkerboard Backpack by Vans against the Retreat Backpack by Herschel .


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

The Vans Old Skool Checkerboard Backpack has a capacity of 22L (liters), weighs 0.5 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 16.5 x 12.75 x 4.75. It's made of 100% Polyester and is available in 3 colors and patterns in comparison the Herschel Retreat Backpack's capacity is 19.5L with a size of 17 x 12 x 6 inches. Constructed from Ripstop Nylon it weighs 2.2 pounds and is available in 20+ colors and patterns .