Columbia Unisex PFG Zigzag 22L Backpack vs The North Face Borealis Backpack

The main difference between the Columbia Unisex PFG Zigzag 22L Backpack and the The North Face Borealis Backpack is that the Unisex PFG Zigzag 22L Backpack has Base / Bottom (Flat padded bottom panel) while the Borealis Backpack does not.

Columbia Unisex PFG Zigzag 22L Backpack Front View
The North Face Borealis Backpack Front View
Specs Brand Columbia The North Face
Name Unisex PFG Zigzag 22L Backpack Borealis Backpack
Category Laptop Laptop
Sub Category School School
Capacity (L) 22L 28L
Dimensions (in) 18 x 13.5 x 1 19.75 x 13.25 x 9.75
Weight (lb) 2
Fabric 100% Polyester 600D Polyester Toile, 500D Nylon Oxford Slub, 420D Nylon, 210D Cordura® Nylon Ripstop, Polyester Jacquard Camo
Color 8 Colors and patterns 30+ colors and patterns
Warranty Columbia Limited Lifetime Warranty The North Face Lifetime Warranty
Release Date December 11, 2013
Rating 4.6 4.8
Price Under $50 Under $100
General Features Shoulder Straps Adjustable shoulder straps Flexible yoke built from custom injection-molded shoulder straps
Sternum / Chest Straps Sternum strap with whistle buckle
Hip Belt / Waist Strap Removable waist belt
Main Compartment Access Normal zipped access Normal zipped access
External Pockets 1 front zipped pocket and 1 side pocket 1 zipped front 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 grab handle Padded top grab handle
Loops and Attachments Front elastic bungee system, fleece-lined pocket for sunglasses
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Laptop sleeve fits laptop up to 15" Dedicated, highly protective laptop compartment
Tablet Sleeve Front organizer pocket Padded tablet sleeve
Organizer Pocket Front utility pocket with organizer
Travel Features Carry-on Size Compliant Padded mesh back and breathable lumbar panel
Base / Bottom Flat padded bottom panel
Hiking / Backpacking Features Reflective Safety Strips 360-degree reflective accents

You're currently comparing the Unisex PFG Zigzag 22L Backpack by Columbia against the Borealis Backpack by The North Face .


Columbia 's Unisex PFG Zigzag 22L Backpack is a Laptop backpack with School features while The North Face 's Borealis Backpack is a Laptop backpack with School features.

The Columbia Unisex PFG Zigzag 22L Backpack has a capacity of 22L (liters), weighs pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 18 x 13.5 x 1. It's made of 100% Polyester and is available in 8 Colors and patterns 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 .