The main difference between the Amazon Basics 17" Laptop Backpack and the The North Face Recon Backpack is that the 17" Laptop Backpack has Main Compartment Access (Normal zipped access) while the Recon Backpack does not.
Specs | Brand | Amazon Basics | The North Face |
Name | 17" Laptop Backpack | Recon Backpack | |
Category | Laptop | School | |
Sub Category | School | Laptop | |
Capacity (L) | 30L | ||
Dimensions (in) | 13.39 x 7 x 19.29 | 6 x 6 x 2 | |
Weight (lb) | 2 | 2 | |
Fabric | 100% Polyester | 210D recycled nylon ripstop with non-PFC durable water-repellent (non-PFC DWR) finish | |
Color | Black | Cone Orange/Tnf Black | |
Warranty | Amazon Basics Limited 1-year Warranty | ||
Release Date | August 8, 2013 | July 29, 2022 | |
Rating | 4.6 | 4.8 | |
Price | Under $50 | Under $150 | |
General Features | Shoulder Straps | Breathable and adjustable shoulder straps | J shape - adjustable articulated shoulder straps |
Sternum / Chest Straps | Sternum strap with a whistle buckle | ||
Hip Belt / Waist Strap | Removable waist belt | ||
Zippers | Nylon zipper with U-pull zippers are easy to grab | ||
Main Compartment Access | Normal zipped access | ||
External Pockets | 2 zipped front pockets and 2 side pockets | Fleece-lined pocket for sunglasses, phone or keys. Two durable, external water bottle pockets can easily double as multi-use pockets with quick-draw smartphone access on one side. Two side compression webbing straps. Bottom compression. Webbing daisy chain offers lash points, stretch-mesh pocket, | |
Internal Compartments | Dual compartment with many inner pockets | Protective dedicated laptop compartment, Front compartment has internal organization with secure-zip pockets and a padded tablet sleeve | |
Side Pockets | Side pockets can fit water bottle | ||
Water Bottle | Yes | Yes | |
Handles | Padded top grab handle | Comfortable, padded top grab handle | |
Business & School Features | Laptop Sleeve | Padded sleeve that fits up to 17" laptop | |
Tablet Sleeve | Tablet sleeve in the front pocket | ||
Organizer Pocket | Front utility pocket with organizer | ||
Travel Features | Compression Straps | External side compression straps | |
Hiking / Backpacking Features | Back Panel | Comfortable back panel | |
Other Features | Other Features | Women-specific version available |
Amazon Basics 's 17" Laptop Backpack is a Laptop backpack with School features while The North Face's Recon Backpack is a School backpack with Laptop features.
The Amazon Basics 17" Laptop Backpack has a capacity of (liters), weighs 2 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 13.39 x 7 x 19.29 . It's made of 100% Polyester and is available in Black in comparison the The North Face Recon Backpack's capacity is 30L with a size of 6 x 6 x 2 inches. Constructed from 210D recycled nylon ripstop with non-PFC durable water-repellent (non-PFC DWR) finish it weighs 2 pounds and is available in Cone Orange/Tnf Black.
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