Vans Old Skool Check Backpack, 22L, Black/Charcoal

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Product guide

Vans Old Skool Check Backpack, 22L, Black/Charcoal

The Vans Old Skool Check Backpack is a 22-litre polyester daypack in a black and charcoal checkerboard design. Its listing describes a laptop sleeve, front organiser, water-bottle side pocket and padded shoulder straps, making it suited to everyday school or leisure carry. It is listed as not water resistant.

At a glance

22-litre capacity in a polyester daypack format.
Listing describes a laptop sleeve in the main compartment, a front organiser and a side water-bottle pocket.
Four pockets and three compartments are listed, alongside a zip closure.
Checkerboard design in black and charcoal is described in the product copy. The details table lists the colour as Grey.

Price

£32.93Save 22%

Reference price: ~~£42.00~~

Price checked: 14 Nov 2026

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Pros and cons

Pros

The stated 22-litre capacity and three listed compartments offer separated space for everyday items.
A laptop sleeve and front organiser are described, with a side pocket for a bottle.
Listed weight is 0.41 Kilograms, and the product copy describes padded shoulder straps.

Cons

The listing says the backpack is not water resistant, so it is not presented as suitable for keeping contents dry in wet weather.

Technical specifications

24 specifications

Identity
Brand	Vans
Design	Daypack Backpack
Colour	Grey
Size	One Size
Pattern	Checkered
Model number	H4XBA5

Capacity and dimensions
Storage volume	22 Liters
Dimensions (D × W × H)	12D x 32W x 42H centimetres
Weight listed	0.41 Kilograms
Compatible device size maximum	15 Inches

Materials and protection
Material listed	Polyester
Shell type	Soft Shell
Water resistance listed	Not Water Resistant

Storage and carrying
Pockets	4
Compartments	3
Pocket description	Side pocket
Closure	Zipper
Strap type	Shoulder Strap
Harness type	Shoulder Harness
Special feature	Airflow Back Panel

Care and use
Care instructions	Machine Wash
Recommended uses	Leisure, Sport
Fit type	Narrow
Fabric weight class	Lightweight

What to know before buying

Listing details to confirm

Listing details are inconsistent on colour: the title and product copy say black/charcoal, while the specification table says Grey. The copy describes two pockets and a front organiser, but the details table lists four pockets and three compartments. Check the exact selected version and its layout before buying. The listing describes a laptop sleeve and a maximum compatible device size, but does not confirm that every 15-inch device will fit.

Who is it for?

A good fit for

School or everyday carry where a 22-litre capacity and organiser pocket are useful.
Buyers seeking a Vans checkerboard daypack with a described laptop sleeve and bottle side pocket.
Leisure and sport use in dry conditions.

Less suited to

Carrying items that need protection from rain or spills.
Buyers who need confirmed fit for a particular laptop, since device dimensions and sleeve measurements are not supplied.

Vans Old Skool Check Backpack, 22L, Black/Charcoal · photo 2 — Additional product photo 2

Customer reviews on Amazon

4.7 / 5 · 163 ratings

5 stars85%85%
4 stars9%9%
3 stars1%1%
2 stars0%0%
1 star5%5%

Customer feedback describes the backpack as good quality and suitable for school, with customers also saying it has enough space. Those impressions align with its listed 22-litre capacity and described organiser and laptop sleeve, though they do not establish the fit of a particular device. The overall rating distribution is largely five-star but includes a smaller one-star share, and does not explain individual reasons.

Positive themes

Customers describe the backpack as good quality and suitable for school.
Customers appreciate its size and say it has enough space.

Frequently asked questions

Is this backpack water resistant?

No. The listing specifies “Not Water Resistant”, so it should not be relied on to keep contents dry in wet weather.

What is its stated capacity?

The listed storage volume is 22 Liters.

Will it fit a 15-inch laptop?

The details list a compatible device size maximum of 15 Inches, and the product copy describes a laptop sleeve. Sleeve dimensions are not provided, so check fit for your specific device.

How many pockets and compartments does it have?

The specifications list four pockets and three compartments, while the product copy describes a two-pocket design plus a front organiser. The exact layout is unclear in the listing.