Columbia Atlas Explorer 26L Backpack vs The North Face Groundwork Backpack

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.

Columbia Atlas Explorer 26L Backpack Front View
The North Face Groundwork Backpack Front View
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

You're currently comparing the Atlas Explorer 26L Backpack by Columbia against the Groundwork Backpack by The North Face.


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.