Kanken Backpack

4.2 (152)
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Web ID: 3306521
Simple, stylish and functional, the Kanken backpack from Fjällräven is at home on the city streets or country trails. A lightweight backpack with removable cushion helps pad the contents until you're ready to take a rest.
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Ratings & Reviews

Here's what customers think
  • The backpack is described as lightweight, roomy, and suitable for everyday use, school, travel, and even as a diaper bag.
  • Customers appreciate the range of color options and the ease of cleaning the water-resistant fabric.
  • However, some report issues with the quality and durability, such as the fabric fading or tearing, the zippers breaking, and the straps being uncomfortable.
  • A few customers also felt the backpack was overpriced for the quality, and some found the size to be too small for their needs.
AI-generated summary from 142 customers reviews.

4.2/5

152 star ratings, 142 reviews

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142 reviews
Jeffery67767
1 month ago
from Birmingham

Lots of great storage for small items

I bought this bag for high school and it was absolutely amazing It Fitted my laptop perfectly and it had the most amazing amount of storage amazing for it if you're not sure to buy but you have a lot of budget quite expensive but will definitely worth it

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latachia2
1 month ago
from Yakima, WA

Love My Kanken Backpack

I've had the Kanken for a few years now, & it still looks brand new. I love the way it zips open like a suit case. I did get the shoulder pads for it & they make it very comfortable to wear. I highly recomend getting the Kanken backpack.

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leeyyz
2 months ago
from Toronto, Canada

15 YEARS AND COUNTING...

15 years of use and I've finally retired the bag. HOLDS SO MUCH. Macbook Air 13" check. It literally holds * litre boxes of milk, I kid you not. Used them on my grocery runs all the time and hop on my bike. Use as backpack for travel in addition to carry-on, and you're set. Groceries, impromptu buys, fits it all. I've washed it so many times, the fabric softens, after all these years finally developed a couple of tiny holes where the fabric creases but doesn't affect functionality at all. Can't say enough about these Kanken bags. I've finally bought a replacement(s) in several different colours. But keeping this one as an everyday gym bag, throw in sneakers, towel, etc. Such a great backpack. Can't recommend enough.

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External reviewer
5 months ago

A reliable everyday bag with iconic style

I bought the classic Kånken in navy, and I’m really pleased with it. It doesn’t have a dedicated laptop compartment, so I slip my laptop into a protective sleeve first, and it fits nicely inside the main section. It’s sturdy, well-made, and the colour is exactly as pictured. I clean it from time to time with a wet rag, and lukewarm water. I’ve used it as one of my daily bags for more than two years, and even taken it travelling — it handles everything I throw in there (13" M2 MacBook in its sleeve, tablet, notebooks, bits and bobs) with no trouble. I’m aware it’s not recommended to carry a laptop due to the added weight, but it’s worked perfectly fine for me so far. The front pocket and side pockets are great for easy access to smaller items. Overall, it’s a dependable and stylish backpack that lives up to the Kånken name.

Recommends this product

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Farr2.24
6 months ago
from Farnham

Bad features

I bought this and used it for less than a Year and it lasted 6 months and got so dirty very disappointing I would not buy this again it did not wash off raven though I gave it to a dry cleaner

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Niko
7 months ago
from Lithuania

Love!!

I loved kanken for years. They are so durable and so beautiful. Worth the money.

Recommends this product

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Momof4
7 months ago
from Texas

Disappointing quality

Bought last year for my son’s PreK class. The inside liner is completed shredded and falling apart. I have two other back packs that I purchased for my daughters 3 years ago and they are still in good shape. I think the quality has gone down.

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Dg
8 months ago
from Miami

Faded Color

The backpacks come in beautiful colors, but they tend to fade and develop white marks over time. The one that holds up best is the black one.

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