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Fjallraven Kanken Classic Backpack for Everyday
Last Updated: September 2, 2019 (Refresh Now)
8.5
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/10
Total Reviews
978
Old Reviews
22
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36
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14.96 meters
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340.19 grams
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Size
246bag, carry, school, cute, travel
+92%
-8%
" ... She loves it and it's surprising how much it holds for its size. ... "
" ... He use his bag to carry lunch, other small items and sometimes clothing items to work. ... Recently he has been carrying his laptop to his class. ... "
" ... Good quality backpack. ... "
" ... Good quality this size is to small for a reg bookpack ... "
" ... It came on time and I've been using my backpack since. ... "
" ... Very practical and cute ... "
" ... Swell bottle in the side pocket. ... "
" ... Perfect size for travel. ... "
Storage
194backpack, side pockets, water bottle, school, diaper
+88%
-12%
" ... As far as practicality, the backpack is big enough to fit my 13 in laptop in the inner sleeve, but anything bigger probably won’t be able to fit back there. ... Also the water bottle cubby on the side is a bit small but will fit a standard size water bottle (big enough to fit one of the fancy Voss bottles all the kids on ig take pics with). ... "
" ... I do like the backpack and all, but in the photo, the gray looked much lighter and it’s actually much darker gray. ... "
" ... Real nice looking unisex backpack. ... "
" ... Great diaper bag ... "
" ... It is roomy and fits my laptop and a weekend worth of clothes and toiletries. ... "
" ... As for the backpack itself - it's super simple and feels as if it's going to hold up wonderfully. ... "
" ... This bag is an investment for a long lasting piece and I hope to have it for years to come. ... "
" ... I paid $45 with no tax for the regular size bag and I am thrilled. ... The only thing that I would complain about is that I am almost 100% positive I ordered a Navy Blue bag but I received a bag in Graphite. ... "
Build Quality
154material, backpack, straps, fabric, stitching
+69%
-31%
" ... A really basic smaller backpack but sturdy and well made. ... "
" ... Strong fabric and well made. ... "
" ... It feels like an old school tent to me, strong and oddly comforting. ... "
" ... Fashionable and resistant at the same time! ... "
" ... The only thing that I would complain about is that I am almost 100% positive I ordered a Navy Blue bag but I received a bag in Graphite. ... "
" ... I was really nervous about buying this bag because alot of reviews said that the bag they received was fake but fortunately mine was real. ... "
" ... I’ve seen a lot of different ones but the color of the straps on this one is so unique and adorable. ... "
" ... I like that they can usually stand up straight because of the flat bottom, the material used seem rugged, and my girl friend liked it so much, she got one for work and one for school. ... "
For Kids
110school, loves, backpack, loved, kids
+97%
-3%
" ... thank you my daughter loved her new item for school ... "
" ... And my daughter loves it even more. ... "
" ... My daughter loved her backpack ... "
" ... Just what my daughter wanted. ... "
" ... Daughter loves it ... "
" ... I used this backpack for school and I used it the whole year and it was together the whole entire time!!! ... "
" ... Bought this for my 14 years olds birthday. ... "
" ... I bought this back-pack for my 17 year old daughter. ... "
Color
99colors, love the color, beautiful, picture, kanken
+90%
-10%
" ... She uses it everyday and the colors are great . ... "
" ... The size is perfect and the color is gorgeous. ... "
" ... I'm not much of a pink/blush girl but this color is beautiful! ... "
" ... This color happened to be on sale, and I immediately bought it. ... The bag looks great, has all of the same details that mine does, and it is in a super cute color! ... "
" ... I ordered a less desired color due to price as this was my first Kanken pack, but I have a feeling it will not be my last. ... I'm kind of loving the Orchid color. ... "
" ... True to color. ... "
" ... The color was a little off but still love ... "
" ... Gorgeous colour (peach pink) and fits so much stuff despite its size! ... "
Fit
96bag, macbook, straps, 13, school
+86%
-14%
" ... The little pocket that the foam slab sits in is perfect for an 11 inch MacBook and, if I pack everything compartmentalized instead of just throwing it all in, I can fit my work uniform, laptop, power bank, a little box for charging cables, a pouch with my mouse and MagSafe for the laptop, as well as my glasses and some reusable utensils into the main compartment (pic related). ... "
" ... It is a great size to fit her needs. ... "
" ... I can fit a small laptop and all of my school supplies plus plenty of other small items in the front pouch. ... "
" ... Seems small at first sight but after seeing her fit a bunch of stuff it’s bigger then I thought. ... "
" ... it's the perfect size to be used like a purse for non feminine folks--i can fit all my day's essentials in it--but i wouldn't personally use it as a backpack for school because it is smaller than your typical "backpack" and lacks interior pockets i'd want for a school setting to have pens and such at easy access. ... "
" ... Perfect diaper bag great size love that it's a back pack not too heavy but everything fits! ... "
" ... We use this as a diaper bag and can fit everything we need. ... The side pocket perfectly fits our iPhone 8+ which is convienent. ... "
" ... light yet sturdy and you can fit many more things than you would expect. ... "
Marketplace
93authentic, seller, amazon, picture, kanken
+67%
-33%
" ... color matches the picture! ... "
" ... Authentic and perfect ... "
" ... It's also 100% authentic. ... "
" ... ordered from the seller AreaTrend for a discounted price and it came and everything was authentic. ... "
" ... I did order it through prime. ... I really like it but the picture of it one here is quite a few shades lighter than the actual thing. ... "
" ... It is also cheaper than the other sellers. ... "
" ... Received on time. ... "
" ... Definitely check for fakes. ... There are plenty of references online and right here on Amazon. ... "
Design
82stylish, backpack, trendy, compliments, stitching
+85%
-15%
" ... Very nice thick material, looks small but expands well. ... "
" ... The design is sleek, and simple. ... "
" ... It does appear small, but bigger than it looks. ... "
" ... Looks so nice in real life and I wouldn't ask for anything else, except it was a little bigger but that isn't a huge issue. ... "
" ... Very STURDY and fashionable ... "
" ... I bought this because I love the aesthetic, it's ~trendy~, I've been eyeballing it for a while and figured I'd give it a go. ... "
" ... It is very sleek and simple, I have never been more organized. ... "
" ... Says it is stylish and really does help her back ... "
Comfort
71comfortable, bag, backpack, shoulders, shoulder
+65%
-35%
" ... It is quite comfortable to wear, and I like that I can situate it quite high on my back. ... I love being able to tote everything I need for my infant while still looking stylish and having two hands free to manage my other kids. ... "
" ... I’ve wanted this backpack for years and I finally got my hands on one. ... "
" ... roomier and more comfortable than it first appears, to those of use used to heavily padded straps and a more typical backpack silhouette. ... "
" ... really durable and started to expand when i opened it up more with my hands. ... "
" ... It's so comfortable and convenient. ... "
" ... I bought this specifically for my size 6 roller skates and they fit perfectly with room to spare for knee,elbow, wrist pads ... "
" ... But overall the material was nice and the straps were comfortable. ... "
" ... I can fit soo many things without it putting so much strain on my shoulders! ... "
For Travel
54bag, trip, traveling, backpack, school
+98%
-2%
" ... Bought the bag for a recent trip. ... "
" ... Perfect bag for traveling or school. ... "
" ... I even have the mini for a quick trip, my theme park "purse" or hikes in the woods. ... "
" ... I do a lot of traveling and I LOVE this backpack for several reasons. ... "
" ... It is perfect for travel, comfortable and I love the color. ... "
" ... Perfect little bag for day to day use, i.e school, or packing for a hike or picnic. ... "
" ... We have traveled bit and she reminds me how great it is and how well it works for traveling. ... "
" ... This bag has gone from rolling down a hill with me while hiking, to going to many beach trips, to holding heaving books for college, to being my carry on bag for a flight. ... "
Original Product
47authentic, kanken, counterfeit, swedish flag, fjallraven
+47%
-53%
" ... These are counterfeit bags, and do not let the promising reviews of possible authenticity fool you. ... "
" ... This bag was fake. ... "
" ... Returning-it was a fake. ... A good fake, but a fake. ... "
" ... I know there is a market for fake products but I definitely did not think amazon would be a platform for it. ... "
" ... I didn’t even know how to spot a fake Kanken. ... There is no Swedish flag in the backpack and that is a big that it is a fake. ... I also feel really stupid considering I paid the same price for a fake Kanken that I would have for a real Kanken. ... "
" ... This product is fake!! ... It’s not even made close to the original. ... "
" ... This item is so counterfeit. ... "
" ... If I wanted a fake Kanken I would’ve gotten one for WAY cheaper. ... "
Price
40worth, worth the price, worth the money, paid, real
+75%
-25%
" ... I was waiting more quality because of the price. ... "
" ... Is it worth $70? ... "
" ... It’s worth every penny! ... "
" ... You will also get a good quality bag for the price you’re paying. ... "
" ... Price has gone down to $64 vs the $79.95 (both pre-tax) I paid just the other day (Aug 16). ... "
" ... It definitely paid off for the price I got it for ($81). ... "
" ... Great bookbag- very functional at a reasonable price. ... "
" ... Not very big but this book bag is authentic and is very durable!it's worth the money ... "
Water Resistance
40water resistant, material, water, rain, water resistance
+93%
-8%
" ... Would it work to take a few items to, say, the park (notebook, book, water bottle, jacket)? ... "
" ... The fabric is incredibly durable and water resistant, which is awesome if you get caught outside in the rain, which I’ve experienced. ... "
" ... I have been testing it out and it is durable, rain resistant, and it has a lot more space then I expected. ... "
" ... I liked the color and water resistance. ... "
" ... Great quality, lightweight, super water resistant, holds a lot of stuff, just NOT the color I thought it was going to be. ... "
" ... I wouldn't say the material is waterproof, but it is definitely weather friendly as I have taken it on a canoe and it's gotten wet, but my things have stayed safe and what little water does soak into the material dries very quickly. ... "
" ... The backpack weights light, and it can carry a lot of stuff, water resistant, and the grey color doesn’t show the dirt. ... "
" ... More comfortable than expected, totally lightweight yet strong and water resistant. ... "
Cover
38love this bag, authentic, fake, love, pouch
+87%
-13%
" ... Best bag ever ... "
" ... It’s a good quality bag, but it’s fake. ... "
" ... Had to add a mesh pocket on the side. ... "
" ... Is a very practical bag ... "
" ... i was actually in love with the bag. ... "
" ... 100% authentic and wonderful bag. ... "
" ... Love the bag! ... "
" ... Love the bag. ... "
As Gift
32christmas, loved, daughter, granddaughter, present
+100%
" ... Bought as a gift. ... "
" ... bought this as a present for my granddaughter for Christmas. ... "
" ... Gave as a gift. ... "
" ... This was a gift and she really enjoyed it. ... "
" ... It was gift for my girlfriend and she loved it! ... "
" ... This was a Christmas gift for a teenager. ... "
" ... It’s a Christmas gift for my niece. ... "
" ... It was a gift for my granddaughter and she lived it! ... "
Delivery
26delivered, delivery, days, package, condition
+92%
-8%
" ... Fast delivery - great product ... "
" ... Arrived as described & on time ... "
" ... Arrived within 2 days. ... "
" ... Arrived quickly and packaged well. ... "
" ... When I opened the box, I was sooooo happy! ... "
" ... Delivered as expected. ... On time and well packaged. ... "
" ... Arrived very quickly! ... "
" ... Very good product, arrived as expected ... "
Product As Described
22color, exactly, authentic, photo, tag
+91%
-9%
" ... Authentic Kanken received, I'd suggest looking up pictures of the peach color on other sites to ensure that it is the color you want, as the amazon pictures aren't very accurate. ... "
" ... Item as described ... "
" ... Looks like on the picture, same color too! ... "
" ... The only reason I didn't order direct is the color which looks exactly like pictures. ... "
" ... Exactly as described. ... "
" ... I've included a picture of what it should look like. ... You can also take a look at some of my other pictures to see more for yourself. ... "
" ... Authentic I purchased exactly what was described. ... "
" ... color matches the picture! ... "
Cleaning
21gets dirty, clean, bag, dirt, dirty fast
+19%
-81%
" ... Always looked dingy or dusty even after washing it the way the brand suggests. ... "
" ... However, I'm not sure if it's the color or material, but it gets dirty FAST. ... "
" ... Not sure it is original, it had white scratch marks on it when I recieved it which I thought were just dirt but now I can see the fabric is low quality and the bag looks teribal after 3 months of use. ... "
" ... The bag has white stain on the exterior, and I had to use a stain remover pen to remove it. ... "
" ... The material looks very cheap and also it gets dirty really fast. ... "
" ... I love the bag but it came dirty/stained right out of plastic bag. ... "
Product Reliability
20year, months, couple, month, kanken
+60%
-40%
" ... I bought it long ago and I have been using it for over 1 year. ... "
" ... Just got this for new school year. ... "
" ... We use them year after year, no buying new ones. ... "
" ... this has lasted me three years already and it's one of my favorite things i own ... "
" ... Still using with no issues. ... "
" ... Can’t wait to get many years of use from this ... "
" ... I bought an original kanken on the Fjallraven store on Sweden a couple of years ago, and I have to say it's one of the most classic, clean-looking pieces that I've acquired, not to mention the durability of the material. ... "
" ... I have had it for three weeks now and I love it! ... "
Returns
16returning, returned, decided, sending, send
+13%
-88%
" ... I returned it without a problem. ... "
" ... I would send it back but have missed the returns window 😭 ... "
" ... Returning-it was a fake. ... "
" ... I can’t exchange return . ... "
" ... Because of my living situation it's hard for me to return an item but they said they'd ship me my correct one after I return the wrong one that they sent me. ... "
" ... I am returning it. ... "
" ... I wish I could return the backpack but sadly I can’t because of return policy. ... "
" ... So if anything happens I will be sending it back . ... "
Band
14strap, stitching, undone, material, comfortable
+36%
-64%
" ... The strap broke in February 2019 and we sent it back to the company for repair. ... "
" ... The stitching is falling apart and the fabric is not the same as the other original we purchased. ... "
" ... It seems to stain while wearing jeans and a black dress. ... "
" ... Well now that I look at it a couple months later it is bad quality and the stitching is coming undone. ... "
" ... Plus the strap snap function to keep the excess strap material from flopping is useless unless you are the tiniest person in the world and don't need any strap room. ... "
" ... right placement of straps ... "
" ... However in less than a week the stitches were coming undone. ... "
" ... The lettering on the metal clasps are missing, the fabric feels different, and the color of the logo is slightly off. ... "
Weight
8light, straps, pros, lot, heavy
+100%
" ... Pros: durable, light weight and water resistant. ... "
" ... I’m amazed at how light weight this bag is. ... "
" ... This little backpack is very compact, but holds a lot and does help to distribute the weight well. ... "
" ... Light weight and strong fabric. ... "
" ... love that it's light weight and easy to use. ... "
" ... Can put so many stuff inside and its not heavy to carry it. ... "
" ... It is well made and very light weight. ... "
" ... Pros: Nice design and light weight ... "
Ease of Use
6easy, cute
+100%
" ... Very light and simple ... "
" ... To me, it seems very basic and simple. ... "
" ... It's cute, simple, and practical. ... "
" ... No fuss, straightforward quality simple gear. ... "
Controls
5logo, button, wasa 6, legit, fox
-100%
" ... I can’t fix it because the button won’t allow it to come out. ... "
" ... All buttons had the fox and WASA 6, all zipper pulls had the fox on one side, name brand on the other, and YKK on the side. ... "
" ... No swedish tag, the cushion had no logo, one of the buttons was off centered. ... "
" ... One button was facing the wrong way . ... "
" ... At least it seems like a legit kanken, buttons have the Fox on them, weave pattern is an “H” and the logo is reflective. ... "
Capacity
5weekend, plenty, day
+100%
" ... Never leave the house without it :) ... "
" ... Plenty of room! ... "
" ... Lot of room even if it seems small ... "
" ... I successfully packed for a 4 day, 3 night weekend for Labor Day weekend and had a bit of room to spare. ... "
" ... I bought it for myself for a single college class I am taking, and to haul around stuff on family outings to theme parks. ... "
Overall performance
5super, job
+100%
" ... Very well made and it shipped fast!! ... "
" ... Since I use this for school and have 7 classes, it can get a bit cramped but it always does the job. ... "
" ... I have trouble finding out if it’s a legitamate one, however if it is a fake it does a very good job at hiding it. ... "
" ... Super fast shipping too!! ... "
" ... it arrived to Chile super fast! ... "
Features
5super, stylish, roomy
+60%
-40%
" ... Light and stylish. ... "
" ... It is super light and super big. ... "
Lens
5bag, protective, insert, dslr, case
+100%
" ... For Yosemite, it was the perfect little camera bag/day pack with my camera in a protective foam insert, plus my bag of essentials (which is light and won't hurt my camera when it's all packed), wallet, phone, and a 1.5 liter water bladder that I clipped to the outside handles when my camera was in my bag, and tucked inside when I had my camera out while hiking. ... "
" ... Everything I needed, including toiletries & my DSLR camera in carrying case fit!! ... "
" ... Cant wait to use this as my new photography backpack ... "
" ... The bag looks better on the pictures then in person. ... "
" ... I purchased Camera Insert Dslr Insert Camera Case 9'' 7'' 4'' Protective Bag Cover Waterproof Shockproof Travel for Sony Canon Nikon Olympus Pentax and etc for my Canon 5d and lens, and it fits perfectly into the bag. ... "
Washing
4washing, machine, using
+25%
-75%
" ... Always looked dingy or dusty even after washing it the way the brand suggests. ... "
" ... Umm, for that price shouldn't the manufacturer wash it before I buy it? ... I returned it without washing or using it. ... "
For Running
4use, errands, 1, socks, backpack
+100%
" ... It’s my ride or die when skating or hanging out to the mall. ... "
" ... 1 pair of gym shorts ... 4 sets of socks (1 set were larger crew length gym socks) ... "
" ... It’s the perfect size for running errands and just an everyday backpack. ... "
" ... Cannot wait to use it for work, school, and gym. ... I also use my Putty Kanken to run errands and to sport at casual meetings/events. ... "
Mouse
4laptop, pad, fits, 13, school
+100%
" ... great backpack overall, i like to keep a laptop in the pocket for the pad & it fits my 13" mac well. ... "
" ... I didn’t buy the laptop version, but my 13” MacBook Air fits in the pocket and is protected by the back pad, and the large opening could easily hold several textbooks. ... "
" ... I bought this because I am a high school student and wanted something that was portable enough, stylish enough, and able to fit my laptop and school supplies but also wouldn't be too big so that I can't cram my bag and hurt my back. ... "
" ... The front pocket holds a lot on its own (it holds my wallet, share size candy, deck of cards, battery blocks, chargers, ear buds, pens, floss, battery pack and my ipod) it will be super full but it holds all of it in the front. ... "
Drying
3cleaners
+33%
-67%
" ... The fabric and dye felt cheap and there was a tag that said to wash the backpack before using to avoid the color rubbing off on clothing. ... "
Device Compatibility
3pro, macbook, laptop, could, got
+100%
" ... The laptop beside it is about 14 ... "
" ... An Amazon Kindle ... "
" ... I was debating on whether I should buy this one or the laptop model. ... "
Ease of Cleaning
3gets dirty
+67%
-33%
" ... 'i was hoping for larger size and easy cleaning to keep it neat. ... "
" ... The quality of mine is also very nice and clean. ... "
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Specifications
Body
Size: 14.96 meters
Weight: 340.19 grams