The main difference between the Columbia Atlas Explorer 26L Backpack and the The North Face Groundwork Backpack is that the Atlas Explorer 26L Backpack has Zippers (Reflective zipper pulls) while the Groundwork Backpack does not.
Specs | Brand | Columbia | The North Face |
Name | Atlas Explorer 26L Backpack | Groundwork Backpack | |
Category | Laptop | Laptop | |
Sub Category | Everyday | Everyday | |
Capacity (L) | 26L | ||
Dimensions (in) | 18 x 12.38 x 8.8 | 21.3 x 15.51 x 3.54 | |
Weight (lb) | 1.0 | ||
Fabric | 100% Polyester | 600D Polyester | |
Color | 6 Colors and patterns | 2 colors and patterns | |
Warranty | Columbia Limited Lifetime Warranty | The North Face Lifetime Warranty | |
Rating | 4.9 | 5.0 | |
Price | Under $175 | Under $200 | |
General Features | Shoulder Straps | Contoured padded shoulder straps | Padded shoulder straps |
Sternum / Chest Straps | Sternum strap | Sternum strap with whistle buckle | |
Zippers | Reflective zipper pulls | ||
Main Compartment Access | Normal zipped access | Normal zipped access | |
External Pockets | 1 front zipped pocket and 2 side pocket | 1 front zipped pocket and 2 side pockets | |
Internal Compartments | Organizational panel | ||
Side Pockets | Side pockets can fit water bottle | Side pockets can fit water bottle | |
Water Bottle | Yes | Yes | |
Handles | Top haul handle | Top grab handle | |
Loops and Attachments | Key clip | Elastic cord | |
Business & School Features | Laptop Sleeve | Laptop sleeve fits laptop up to 15" | Laptop sleeve fits laptop up to 15" |
Organizer Pocket | Front organizer pocket | ||
Travel Features | Base / Bottom | Padded bottom panel | |
Hiking / Backpacking Features | Back Panel | Padded mesh back panel |
Columbia 's Atlas Explorer 26L Backpack is a Laptop backpack with Everyday features while The North Face's Groundwork Backpack is a Laptop backpack with Everyday features.
The Columbia Atlas Explorer 26L Backpack has a capacity of 26L (liters), weighs 1.0 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 18 x 12.38 x 8.8. It's made of 100% Polyester and is available in 6 Colors and patterns in comparison the The North Face Groundwork Backpack's capacity is with a size of 21.3 x 15.51 x 3.54 inches. Constructed from 600D Polyester it weighs pounds and is available in 2 colors and patterns.
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