Incase ICON Lite Backpack II vs The North Face Borealis Backpack

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.

Incase ICON Lite Backpack II - Front View
The North Face Borealis Backpack Front View
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

You're currently comparing the ICON Lite Backpack II by Incase against the Borealis Backpack by The North Face .


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 .