Vans Old Skool III Backpack vs High Sierra Airhead Backpack

The main difference between the Vans Old Skool III Backpack and the High Sierra Airhead Backpack is that the Old Skool III Backpack has Laptop Sleeve (Padded laptop sleeve fits up to 15" ) while the Airhead Backpack does not.

Vans Old Skool III Backpack
High Sierra Airhead Backpack Side View
Specs Brand Vans High Sierra
Name Old Skool III Backpack Airhead Backpack
Category School School
Sub Category Everyday Everyday
Capacity (L) 22L
Dimensions (in) 12.6 x 4.72 x 16.54 19.5 x 13 x 7
Weight (lb) 0.5 1.3
Fabric 100% Polyester Durable Mesh Fabric
Color 8 colors and patterns 2 colors and patterns
Warranty Vans 30 Days Warranty High Sierra Limited Lifetime Warranty
Rating 4.8 4.6
Price Under $75 Under $25
General Features Shoulder Straps Straight-cut padded shoulder straps S-shaped Vapelâ„¢ mesh shoulder straps
Main Compartment Access Normal zipped access Normal zipped access
External Pockets 1 zipped front pocket 2 zipped front pockets and media pocket on strap
Water Bottle No No
Handles Top grab handle Ribbed grab handle
Loops and Attachments Front attachment clip
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Padded laptop sleeve fits up to 15"
Organizer Pocket Front utility pocket with organizer See-through organizer with multiple pockets and a key fob
Travel Features Compression Straps External compression straps
Hiking / Backpacking Features Rain Cover Water-resistant tuck away rain cover

You're currently comparing the Old Skool III Backpack by Vans against the Airhead Backpack by High Sierra .


Vans 's Old Skool III Backpack is a School backpack with Everyday features while High Sierra 's Airhead Backpack is a School backpack with Everyday features.

The Vans Old Skool III Backpack has a capacity of 22L (liters), weighs 0.5 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 12.6 x 4.72 x 16.54. It's made of 100% Polyester and is available in 8 colors and patterns in comparison the High Sierra Airhead Backpack's capacity is with a size of 19.5 x 13 x 7 inches. Constructed from Durable Mesh Fabric it weighs 1.3 pounds and is available in 2 colors and patterns.