Customer Reviews Fjällräven Kånken Mini

This is an adorably cute backpack! I got it in the color Ochre which is a fun colored backpack that will work for all seasons! I really like the simplicity of the bag, which makes it so simple to find things. This back is perfect for your day to day basics or for a festival. I unfortunately had to return it because I wasn't a fan of its initial 'crispiness' and didn't want to have to wear it in. Regardless, would recommend!

Bought as a backpack for my 3 year old to use at preschool. Perfect size for a kids back. Fits everything he would need. Also, we use when we're out and about instead of me carrying a purse. If you are an adult looking for a full size backpack, however, this is not for you.

I got the bag in Orchid and the color is so beautiful in person. The straps are a bit hard to figure out when you first get it but after I figured it out, this bag was cute and functional!

This is a very cute backpack. I bought this for my 8 years old daughter for our upcoming vacation. It can fit most the stuff that she needs for walking in the city, such as a compact camera Fujifilm X10, raincoat, her beanie boos. It is small, but it can fit quite a lot of stuff. Again, it is so cute that I might steal it from her. :D

This mini version of the Fjallraven is so adorable. Bought for our Disneyland trip this packed a load of stuff we were not surprised as this backpack never fails. Durable, stylish and roomy this is a must add to anyone's closet!

I bought one to replace my toddlers diaper bag and she loves wearing hers. I loved it so much I bought myself one to replace my giant tote. They're great little backpacks and we use ours everyday. The mini can comfortably fit a 17oz swell bottle, small wallet, makeup bag, wipes, diapers, and a few snacks. I just haven't figured out how to properly adjust the straps aside from the shortest and longest options.

This backpack is amazing! It's great for travel and takes the place of a purse and beach bag. It can fit my iPad, wallet, 2 books, water bottle, and cosmetic bag. Definitely worth every penny!

High quality product. Very durable. Beautiful color. Nice size for everyday use as a purse.

Love it. But it is called mini for a reason!

Adorable little pack. We saw these all over Norway when we visited this summer. Very high quality. It's pretty small but perfect for a child or toting a few things.

Very cute backpack. I ordered it in fog to use as a diaper bag for my 13 month old. It's just the right size. I can fit 3-4 diapers, wipes, a change of clothes, and a couple snack pouches. Very happy with this bag. It beats carrying around a big diaper bag.

Material was not as soft and flexible as I expected but it is the perfect size for small day trips and essentials.

I plan to use this bag for my diaper bag so far it fits everything I need for my newborn. I love all the pockets and durability of the bag. The option to hold either like a lunch pail with the handles on top or like a back pack is perfect since i am always on the go with my little ones! I also like that the bag could later be a backpack for my youngest when she is in school.

the perfect gift for toddlers. trendy, light, and super adorable. beware of denim bleed, the waxed fabric soaks up color, other than that, we love Fjallraven!

I purchased the Kanken mini (in "air blue") for my 5 yo daughter for school. I wanted an ergonomic, proportionate backpack for her frame, and this one is PERFECT. It's just the right capacity for a kindergartener as well- just enough room for what she needs (lunch, a little water bottle, and the random packet of homework), which is just enough weight for her little, growing body to support. The only "downside" to this backpack alone is that you really need to purchase the shoulder pads with it- not terribly expensive, but Zappos doesn't stock them (I ended up purchasing mine from Fjallraven's online store). Additionally, shoulder pads only come in a very limited range of colors. Not a problem for us (we chose pink. Daughter loves them), but potentially an issue for a person who wants things to match.

I love my Kanken Mini! I recently bought this to use to bring my things with me to sleepovers, parties, on the go, etc. Although it was smaller than expected, it still fits everything I need to bring with me. I have received many compliments on it and many people have asked me where I bought it! I would recommend it to anyone. I can fit a light jacket, big wallet, sunglasses case, my iPhone 6, a water bottle, and some other random things in it when I take it with me on the go.

I've been searching for the perfect purse for the last ten years. I've had expensive leather bags, nylon bags, unisex utilitarian type bags, nothing seemed just right. My shoulders, neck and back were bothering me more than ever. Then I saw this mini backpack. I never thought I'd like a backpack. I've always associated backpacks with big bulky school type bags. This mini kanken didn't seem bulky. It seemed like a very streamlined, simple, classically designed small backpack. I decided to try it and I'm so glad that I did! I love the sturdy lightweight fabric, the thin unobtrusive straps, the fact that it zips completely open, and the top carry handles are my favorite for grab and go! It's very comfortable on my back or even if I just sling one strap over my shoulder, the bag still rests against my back. It's large enough for the essentials and then some! I chose the graphite color. Love the variety of colors, but thought it was best to go with a darker, neutral color. I've seen other reviewers state that the lighter colors can become dirty quickly. I read on the Fjallraven website to clean your mini kanken by hand washing with a mild soap and a soft brush, then air dry. No waxing necessary for the vinylon F fabric. I was searching for something that didn't exist. It turns out that I really don't like purses- I needed a backpack! I'll never go back to purses. This little backpack will last me for years to come! Highly recommended!!!

A great little bag! I use it to carry my dog's paraphernalia when go for walks. It easily holds 3 tennis balls, a toy tug rope, a Nalgene bottle, and then some. The iPhone 6 slips nicely into to the external side pockets. Plus, it's super cute.

This bag is just what I needed! Well made, not too soft, not too stiff, style is nice, color is nice, no complaints. Thanks again, Zappos!

Very cute backpack for my toddler. Well made. The straps could use some padding, but we will just keep it light for her.

I got this bag as an every day purse… I’ve been using it for the past week and have been loving it. My spiral A5 planner, wallet, phone, keys, and 33oz camelbak water bottle fit inside. My only complaint is the common one that side pockets are pretty small- but they do hold bottles of sunblock or hand sanitizer. iPhone 12 Pro max or my keys won’t fit. I have a younger child and will be getting the classic size as well for the days when I have to carry more than just those items.

Perfect little bag to take out for a bike ride, hike, or casual stroll. It fits a couple books, wallet, sunglasses, hand sanitizer and more comfortably. The side pockets are useful but items can fall out if they're not stashed deep enough.

Overall I really like this bag, it's almost perfect for everyday use and as a travel bag. I say almost because I would have liked to have maybe another pocket or two inside and I really wish the side pockets could hold a proper water bottle.

This is the perfect size backpack for everyday tasks. With three kids, I prefer backpacks to purses so I can work hands-free. Plenty of room for wallet, a water bottle, wipes, and other essentials. Two cons: 1) it’s pretty stiff. I’m hoping the material will soften over time. 2) for the price of the bag, I shouldn’t have to pay an extra $20 for the shoulder pads (which, you pretty much need because the straps are thin and stiff and uncomfortable).

This Mini is cute but it is really small, compared to what I thought it would be. It holds more than I thought it would for it’s size when I stuffed a sweatshirt and my things in to see if it would be manageable. But no. My iPhone 8 (the small one) doesn’t fit in the front zip pocket because it is so small, not does a pencil. The inside was roomy for its size, though. Plus the particular one that shipped to me looked already kinda worn when I opened it. Maybe it is the style of that color tho? Not sure but the color is really cute - a bunt orange meets brick red- and the design on the straps are cute. Thought about just keeping it as I want it for a purse, but overall, I just felt like I was a giant with a kids backpack on. Returning it and will be buying a full size one instead because it seems to be excellent quality and design.