The main difference between the Incase ICON Lite Backpack II and the The North Face Borealis Backpack is that the ICON Lite Backpack II has Zippers (Nylon zipper with webbing pulls) while the Borealis Backpack does not.
Specs | Brand | Incase | The North Face |
Name | ICON Lite Backpack II | Borealis Backpack | |
Category | Laptop | Laptop | |
Sub Category | Work | School | |
Capacity (L) | 17L | 28L | |
Dimensions (in) | 19.6 x 12.33 x 5.1 | 19.75 x 13.25 x 9.75 | |
Weight (lb) | 2 | ||
Fabric | 840D nylon | 600D Polyester Toile, 500D Nylon Oxford Slub, 420D Nylon, 210D Cordura® Nylon Ripstop, Polyester Jacquard Camo | |
Color | Black | 30+ colors and patterns | |
Warranty | The North Face Lifetime Warranty | ||
Release Date | December 11, 2013 | ||
Rating | 4.8 | ||
Price | Under $120 | Under $100 | |
General Features | Shoulder Straps | J shape - adjustable padded strap | Flexible yoke built from custom injection-molded shoulder straps |
Sternum / Chest Straps | Sternum strap with whistle buckle | ||
Hip Belt / Waist Strap | Removable waist belt | ||
Zippers | Nylon zipper with webbing pulls | ||
Main Compartment Access | Normal top two way zip access | Normal zipped access | |
External Pockets | 2 external pockets | 1 zipped front pocket and 2 side pockets | |
Internal Compartments | Laptop sleeve | ||
Side Pockets | Side pockets can fit water bottle | ||
Water Bottle | Yes | ||
Handles | Top grab handle | Padded top grab handle | |
Loops and Attachments | Front elastic bungee system, fleece-lined pocket for sunglasses | ||
Business & School Features | Laptop Sleeve | Padded; 16" Laptop | Dedicated, highly protective laptop compartment |
Tablet Sleeve | Padded tablet sleeve | ||
Organizer Pocket | Front utility pocket with organizer | ||
Travel Features | Carry-on Size Compliant | Padded mesh back and breathable lumbar panel | |
Hiking / Backpacking Features | Back Panel | Padded | |
Reflective Safety Strips | 360-degree reflective accents |
Incase 's ICON Lite Backpack II is a Laptop backpack with Work features while The North Face 's Borealis Backpack is a Laptop backpack with School features.
The Incase ICON Lite Backpack II has a capacity of 17L (liters), weighs pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 19.6 x 12.33 x 5.1. It's made of 840D nylon and is available in Black in comparison the The North Face Borealis Backpack's capacity is 28L with a size of 19.75 x 13.25 x 9.75 inches. Constructed from 600D Polyester Toile, 500D Nylon Oxford Slub, 420D Nylon, 210D Cordura® Nylon Ripstop, Polyester Jacquard Camo it weighs 2 pounds and is available in 30+ colors and patterns .
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