Vera Bradley Journey Backpack vs Vera Bradley Grand Backpack

The main difference between the Vera Bradley Journey Backpack and the Vera Bradley Grand Backpack is that the Journey Backpack has Sternum / Chest Straps (Adjustable chest strap ) while the Grand Backpack does not.

Vera Bradley Journey Backpack Front View
Vera Bradley Grand Backpack Front View
Specs Brand Vera Bradley Vera Bradley
Name Journey Backpack Grand Backpack
Category Womens Womens
Sub Category Travel Everyday
Capacity (L) 32L 25L
Dimensions (in) 18 x 13 x 9 12.75 x 18 x 8
Weight (lb) 2.4 1.8
Fabric Reactive ReActive
Color 8 colors and patterns 20+ colors and patterns
Warranty Vera Bradley Warranty Vera Bradley Warranty
Rating 4.9 4.8
Price Under $150 Under $115
General Features Shoulder Straps Adjustable padded straps Adjustable shoulder straps
Sternum / Chest Straps Adjustable chest strap
Water Proof / Water Resistant Water-repellent material Water repellent material
Main Compartment Access Normal zipped access Normal zipped access
External Pockets Top zipped pocket with removable hard case, 2 front zipped pockets, back zipped pocket and 2 side pockets 1 zipped front pocket, 1 zipped back pocket, and 2 side pockets
Internal Compartments Mesh slip pockets 2 zipped pockets, 2 slip pockets, and pen pockets
Side Pockets Side pockets can fit water bottle Side pockets can fit water bottle
Water Bottle Yes Yes
Handles Multiple handles Top grab handle
Convertible Yes
Lightweight Yes
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Laptop compartment fits up to 15" Padded laptop compartment fits up to 15"
Organizer Pocket Front utility pocket with organizer
Travel Features Luggage Straps / Trolley Sleeve Contoured trolley sleeve
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Padded back panel
Gym / Sports Features Shoe Compartment Ventilated shoe compartment on base

You're currently comparing the Journey Backpack by Vera Bradley against the Grand Backpack by Vera Bradley .


Vera Bradley 's Journey Backpack is a Womens backpack with Travel features while Vera Bradley 's Grand Backpack is a Womens backpack with Everyday features.

The Vera Bradley Journey Backpack has a capacity of 32L (liters), weighs 2.4 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 18 x 13 x 9. It's made of Reactive and is available in 8 colors and patterns in comparison the Vera Bradley Grand Backpack's capacity is 25L with a size of 12.75 x 18 x 8 inches. Constructed from ReActive it weighs 1.8 pounds and is available in 20+ colors and patterns.