Vans Old Skool Checkerboard Backpack vs Vans Startle Backpack

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

Vans Old Skool Checkerboard Backpack Front View
Vans Startle Backpack Front View
Specs Brand Vans Vans
Name Old Skool Checkerboard Backpack Startle Backpack
Category School Mens
Sub Category Everyday Laptop
Capacity (L) 22L
Dimensions (in) 16.5 x 12.75 x 4.75 17 x 15 x 3
Weight (lb) 0.5 1.2
Fabric 100% Polyester 100% Polyester
Color 3 colors and patterns Black/Blue
Warranty Vans 30 Days Warranty Vans 30 Days Warranty
Rating 4.7 5.0
Price Under $50 Under $75
General Features Shoulder Straps Straight-cut padded shoulder straps Adjustable shoulder straps
Main Compartment Access Normal zipped access Normal zipped access
External Pockets 1 zipped front pocket 2 zipped front pockets and 2 side pockets
Internal Compartments Large main compartment with interior sleeve
Side Pockets Side pockets can fit water bottle
Water Bottle No Yes
Handles Haul handle Top grab handle
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Laptop sleeve fits up to 15" Laptop sleeve fits up to 16"
Organizer Pocket Front utility pocket with organizer

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


Vans 's Old Skool Checkerboard Backpack is a School backpack with Everyday features while Vans 's Startle Backpack is a Mens backpack with Laptop 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 Vans Startle Backpack's capacity is with a size of 17 x 15 x 3 inches. Constructed from 100% Polyester it weighs 1.2 pounds and is available in Black/Blue.