Columbia Unisex Atlas Explorer 25L Backpack vs The North Face Groundwork Backpack

The main difference between the Columbia Unisex Atlas Explorer 25L Backpack and the The North Face Groundwork Backpack is that the Unisex Atlas Explorer 25L Backpack has Zippers (Reflective zipper pulls) while the Groundwork Backpack does not.

Columbia Unisex Atlas Explorer 25L Backpack Front view
The North Face Groundwork Backpack Front View
Specs Brand Columbia The North Face
Name Unisex Atlas Explorer 25L Backpack Groundwork Backpack
Category Laptop Laptop
Sub Category Everyday Everyday
Capacity (L) 25L
Dimensions (in) 20.24 x 14.72 x 3.35 21.3 x 15.51 x 3.54
Weight (lb) 1.0
Fabric 100% Polyester with PU coating 600D Polyester
Color 4 Colors and patterns 2 colors and patterns
Warranty Columbia Limited Lifetime Warranty The North Face Lifetime Warranty
Rating 4.3 5.0
Price Under $100 Under $200
General Features Shoulder Straps Contoured padded shoulder straps Padded shoulder straps
Sternum / Chest Straps Sternum strap with whistle buckle
Zippers Reflective zipper pulls
Main Compartment Access Normal zipped access Normal zipped access
External Pockets 2 side pocket 1 front zipped pocket and 2 side pockets
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 Elastic cord and 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 Flat padded bottom panel
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Padded mesh back panel
Gym / Sports Features Laundry Pocket External bungee straps

You're currently comparing the Unisex Atlas Explorer 25L Backpack by Columbia against the Groundwork Backpack by The North Face.


Columbia's Unisex Atlas Explorer 25L Backpack is a Laptop backpack with Everyday features while The North Face's Groundwork Backpack is a Laptop backpack with Everyday features.

The Columbia Unisex Atlas Explorer 25L Backpack has a capacity of 25L (liters), weighs 1.0 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 20.24 x 14.72 x 3.35. It's made of 100% Polyester with PU coating and is available in 4 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.