The main difference between the Columbia Unisex Zigzag 27L Backpack and the The North Face Borealis Backpack is that the Unisex Zigzag 27L Backpack has Internal Compartments (Organizational panel) while the Borealis Backpack does not.
Specs | Brand | Columbia | The North Face |
Name | Unisex Zigzag 27L Backpack | Borealis Backpack | |
Category | Laptop | Laptop | |
Sub Category | School | School | |
Capacity (L) | 27L | 28L | |
Dimensions (in) | 11.81 x 7.87 x 1.97 | 19.75 x 13.25 x 9.75 | |
Weight (lb) | 2 | ||
Fabric | 100% Polyester with PU coating | 600D Polyester Toile, 500D Nylon Oxford Slub, 420D Nylon, 210D Cordura® Nylon Ripstop, Polyester Jacquard Camo | |
Color | 4 Colors and patterns | 30+ colors and patterns | |
Warranty | Columbia Limited Lifetime Warranty | The North Face Lifetime Warranty | |
Release Date | December 11, 2013 | ||
Rating | 4.7 | 4.8 | |
Price | Under $75 | Under $100 | |
General Features | Shoulder Straps | Adjustable shoulder straps | Flexible yoke built from custom injection-molded shoulder straps |
Sternum / Chest Straps | Sternum strap with rescue whistle | Sternum strap with whistle buckle | |
Hip Belt / Waist Strap | Removable waist belt | ||
Main Compartment Access | Normal zipped access | Normal zipped access | |
External Pockets | 2 front zipped pocket and 2 side pocket | 1 zipped front 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 grab handle | Padded top grab handle | |
Loops and Attachments | Gear loops | 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 | Padded tablet sleeve | ||
Organizer Pocket | Front 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 |
Columbia 's Unisex Zigzag 27L 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 Zigzag 27L Backpack has a capacity of 27L (liters), weighs pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 11.81 x 7.87 x 1.97. It's made of 100% Polyester with PU coating and is available in 4 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 .
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