Vera Bradley Journey Backpack vs Vera Bradley Utility Sling Backpack

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

Vera Bradley Journey Backpack Front View
Vera Bradley Utility Sling Backpack Front View
Specs Brand Vera Bradley Vera Bradley
Name Journey Backpack Utility Sling Backpack
Category Womens Sling
Sub Category Travel Womens
Capacity (L) 32L
Dimensions (in) 18 x 13 x 9 7 x 10.5 x 4
Weight (lb) 2.4 0.9
Fabric Reactive Performance Twill
Color 8 colors and patterns 10+ colors and patterns
Warranty Vera Bradley Warranty Vera Bradley Warranty
Release Date September 22, 2021
Rating 4.9 4.5
Price Under $150 Under $75
General Features Shoulder Straps Adjustable padded straps Adjustable shoulder strap
Sternum / Chest Straps Adjustable chest strap
Water Proof / Water Resistant Water-repellent material Water repellant 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 and 1 zipped hidden pocket
Internal Compartments Mesh slip pockets
Side Pockets Side pockets can fit water bottle
Water Bottle Yes No
Handles Multiple handles
Convertible Yes Yes
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve 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 Utility Sling Backpack by Vera Bradley .


Vera Bradley 's Journey Backpack is a Womens backpack with Travel features while Vera Bradley 's Utility Sling Backpack is a Sling backpack with Womens 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 Utility Sling Backpack's capacity is with a size of 7 x 10.5 x 4 inches. Constructed from Performance Twill it weighs 0.9 pounds and is available in 10+ colors and patterns.