Review - Fjallraven Kanken Backpack 15" Laptop - What Fits, Pros, Cons

[@WalletLife]

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[@CarolenGrayToday]

I’ve always loved the look of these backpacks! Thanks for sharing!

[@WalletLife]

They definitely have a distinction look! It’s served me well. 👍 Thank you for watching!!

[@ixMiffy]

I bought the smaller version of the No.2 Black series approx 5 years back and now here I am, wanting to get the laptop version simply cause they have 2 more zip pockets. 😅The laptop compartment would be perfect to store cash and passport while traveling IMO.

[@youtubeuser1105]

Hi! I would like to buy the No.2 black mini to use as a daily purse. However, some people have said theirs turned brown in a few months. I would hate that! How is the colour on yours holding up? Has it faded at all? Also, does it attract a lot of dirt/lint etc? If it fades and is constantly dirty, I may choose a rekanken instead, but the material is soooo stiff, noisy, and not rain proof, so I am torn! Don't want to make an expensive mistake! Thanks 😊

[@mahafaissal4247]

I am able to fit my slim hydroflask and an umbrella in the side pockets.

[@marcusolsson202]

There is a water bottle that fits from the brand Primus called Klunken wich is designed for the sidepockets of the Kånken

[@MB-fr4jh]

Hi there! Does the color of the backpack rub off on light color clothes, especially when it's wet (rain)? Also, have you noticed it fading into a red-ish color in some spots from sun exposure?

[@autumnrose_tv]

I’m saving up for a 15” and classic kanken and plan to buy water bottle pockets with them. The classic kanken will be used as a daypack for theme parks/days out so I have everything on me and the 15” kanken will be used for college

[@oletoft4573]

Sidepocket: Get the Fjällräven Kånken pencil case it fits like a glove in there :)

[@kawazel]

The Kanken no. 2 15" laptop has been updated and the new version has bigger side pockets, so now it can fit a classic bottle ! I’ve tried with a 500ml Chilly’s bottle, it fits perfectly !

[@FIRE_DrNinjaTurtle]

Great job filling in the backpack. I hope that you can get an affiliate link with the company

[@WalletLife]

Thank you Darrell!!! I hope so too!

[@oletoft4573]

Sidepocket: Get the Fjällräven Kånken pencil case it fits like a glove in there :) .. Maybe get 2: One as pencil case, one for glasses/sunglasses.... or Hygiene products ... or ...

[@youtubeuser1105]

Hi! Thanks for the review! Have you experienced any colour fade at all? I really want a mini no.2 black to use as a daily purse, but some people have said theirs turned brown within a few months. I know I will not want to use it if this happens and it's too expensive if that's the case. Yours seems to be holding up well? If it's just a travel bag for you, perhaps you don't use it that often though, so it is lasting longer? I do have a chronically shedding white dog as well lol. How much does the bag attract dirt/stains? Thank you 😊

[@WellBehavedWallet]

Hello and thanks for watching! You’re right: I’ve actually stopped using the bag every day so it doesn’t get much wear and tear. Mine has held up, but I have seen bags with severe fading. They do seem to turn gray quickly. The material also does seem to attract pet hair quickly too… 😬

[@lamariachristine]

Hi, I just purchased this exact bag. Do you wax yours with the greenland wax? If yes, how often? Hope you'll respond :)

[@WellBehavedWallet]

Hello there! Thanks for watching. I do not wax my bag at all. However, I have noticed that the bag does pick up quite a bit of lint and dust so I wonder if waxing might help it be more waterproof. Hope that helps!

[@lamariachristine]

@@WellBehavedWallet thank you for the reply! Ok then, I don't have to buy the wax. Great help! Last question, have you noticed fading? I've read it a lot that Kanken tends to fade especially if it's always exposed to direct sunlight.

[@WellBehavedWallet]

@@lamariachristine yes, sadly I have noticed fading. It doesn’t bother me too much though.

[@rlfstr]

@@WellBehavedWallet Waxing it will make it a lot more water-resistant and robust, but it will start picking up even more lint and hair because the wax is a bit sticky.

[@ibrahimyazicii]

is the depth really only 13 centimeter? I need have place a smaller camera bag inside of it which has a depth of 15.6 cm.

[@pan0ptica]

Depth of the classic version is 13 cm. Of the laptop version, shown here, it is 16 cm.

[@shiyaloo9644]

Hi! Is it possible to know what type of laptop can you fit in? I have a Dell XPS 15”, but in reality is like a 15.6”. I’m really interested and it’s hard to find a backpack for my laptop. Great video and Thank you!!!

[@WalletLife]

Hi there! Thanks for the comment. Both of my laptops are under 13”. The laptop compartment is pretty tight so I’m not sure anything even a bit over 15” would fit. If you can try it out in person that might be the best bet.

[@johnolin]

Does it have padding on the bottom for the laptop? Afraid to put it down on the ground with the laptop and dinging it

[@lilithcarter]

Hi! I have the exact same model, I got it in 2017 , mine has a little bit of padding at the bottom, but I’ve never put my laptop or iPad without a padded sleeve or some times I have wrap it around a thin jumper to safe space when travelling. I have a water bottle that fits on the side pockets it’s by Wilford and sons just in case it helps x

[@johnolin]

@@lilithcarter thanks Lilith! Definitely helps! I was thinking about a sleeve but I was worried that it would make it too large/bulky for the bag, I’m glad that it works and I’ll definitely take that recommendation. Thanks again!

[@WalletLife]

Thank you!!!

[@WalletLife]

Wonderful! So glad for Lilith’s answer.

[@Moveimfirst]

I know I’m late I just bought black one 17’

[@WalletLife]

Congrats! I hope you love it.

[@myahbarendregt3674]

Hey do u mind if I ask how tall u are? I’m thinking about getting the kanken 15” but I’m 5’3 and worried that it’ll look big on me 😅

[@WellBehavedWallet]

Yep - I’m 5’9”.

[@kerrypritchard3731]

There are a few water bottles that fit,Primus klunken fit great and small chilly ones(skinny one)

[@maggiejiu9925]

This is super helpful! Does the black color fade/change over time?

[@WalletLife]

Glad it was helpful! Sadly, the black does fade a bit over time. I do like the versatility of black, though. If you are worried about fading, I’d go with another color.

[@boomer0577]

Size?

[@last0unicorn]

15 Inch Laptop

[@robinsalim2009]

very informational video. are those two 15 inch laptops?

[@WalletLife]

Yep!

[@sandratirado447]

Hi! I’ve not seen this model before. I wish I had. Love it! I have their regular version in blue gray. I love the bag, but those unpadded straps cut into my shoulder. It’s my only beef. I will buy a copy this model next. Re: lint…roller it! Works great. Thanks for sharing!!

[@WalletLife]

I totally agree! The unpadded straps are NOT the best. And yes, I do agree that the cure for lint is to roller it... but man, I have a hard enough time remembering to lint roller myself!

[@AndrewPanagi]

You can buy the pads seperately, I got a pair for my re kanken and it is perfectly comfortable with them!

[@syazakhalisah6017]

loved the vid ❤ may i know what exactly is the name of the model? i found the regular kind and it doesnt look the same.

[@Janeosaurus]

It’s called the kanken laptop 15

[@yungzed]

cute backpack and host

[@MertLDN]

Is this backpack water resistant?

[@WalletLife]

I haven't tested this backpack in a heavy downpour, but it seems to do well in light rainfall.