The main difference between the Vans Old Skool III Backpack and the High Sierra Fatboy Backpack is that the Old Skool III Backpack has Laptop Sleeve (Padded laptop sleeve fits up to 15" ) while the Fatboy Backpack does not.
Specs | Brand | Vans | High Sierra |
Name | Old Skool III Backpack | Fatboy 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 | 600D and Mini-hexagon Duralite Fabric | |
Color | 8 colors and patterns | 10+ colors and patterns | |
Warranty | Vans 30 Days Warranty | High Sierra Limited Lifetime Warranty | |
Rating | 4.8 | 4.6 | |
Price | Under $75 | Under $50 | |
General Features | Shoulder Straps | Straight-cut padded shoulder straps | S-shaped mesh padded shoulder straps |
Water Proof / Water Resistant | Water resistant coating | ||
Main Compartment Access | Normal zipped access | Normal zipped access | |
External Pockets | 1 zipped front pocket | 2 zipped front pockets and 2 side pockets | |
Side Pockets | Side pockets can fit water bottle | ||
Water Bottle | No | Yes | |
Handles | Top grab handle | Heavy-duty webbing grab handle | |
Loops and Attachments | Front attachment clip | ||
USB Charger | Front accessory pocket with USB port and internal cord pouch | ||
Business & School Features | Laptop Sleeve | Padded laptop sleeve fits up to 15" | |
Tablet Sleeve | Designated tablet sleeve | ||
Organizer Pocket | Front utility pocket with organizer | Premium organizer with multiple pockets and key fob | |
Travel Features | Compression Straps | External compression straps | |
Hiking / Backpacking Features | Back Panel | Primary padded back panel |
Vans 's Old Skool III Backpack is a School backpack with Everyday features while High Sierra 's Fatboy 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 Fatboy Backpack's capacity is with a size of 19.5 x 13 x 7 inches. Constructed from 600D and Mini-hexagon Duralite Fabric it weighs 1.3 pounds and is available in 10+ colors and patterns.
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