Dakine Unisex Essentials Backpack vs The North Face Women's Surge Backpack

The main difference between the Dakine Unisex Essentials Backpack and the The North Face Women's Surge Backpack is that the Unisex Essentials Backpack has Base / Bottom (Padded bottom panel) while the Women's Surge Backpack does not.

Dakine Unisex Essentials Backpack Front View
The North Face Surge Backpack Front View
Specs Brand Dakine The North Face
Name Unisex Essentials Backpack Women's Surge Backpack
Category Laptop Laptop
Sub Category Everyday Everyday
Capacity (L) 26L 31L
Dimensions (in) 18 x 12 x 8.5 12 x 7 x 20
Weight (lb) 1.54 2.7
Fabric 600D Recycled Polyester 600D Polyester
Color Night sky geo 15+ colors and patterns
Warranty Dakine 10 Year Limited Lifetime Warranty The North Face Lifetime Warranty
Release Date April 28, 2020 August 15, 2014
Rating 5.0 4.7
Price Under $50 Under $150
General Features Shoulder Straps Breathable air mesh shoulder straps Articulated shoulder straps
Sternum / Chest Straps Sternum strap with whistle buckle
Hip Belt / Waist Strap Removable waist belt
Water Proof / Water Resistant Water repellant finish
Main Compartment Access Normal zipped access Normal zipped access
External Pockets 2 zipped front pockets, and 2 side pockets 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 handle
Loops and Attachments Webbing daisy chain
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Padded laptop sleeve fits up to 15" Padded laptop compartment
Organizer Pocket Internal organizer pockets Front pocket with internal organization
Travel Features Base / Bottom Padded bottom panel
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Rounded back panel
Other Features Other Features Fleece lined sunglass pocket

You're currently comparing the Unisex Essentials Backpack by Dakine against the Women's Surge Backpack by The North Face .


Dakine's Unisex Essentials Backpack is a Laptop backpack with Everyday features while The North Face 's Women's Surge Backpack is a Laptop backpack with Everyday features.

The Dakine Unisex Essentials Backpack has a capacity of 26L (liters), weighs 1.54 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 18 x 12 x 8.5. It's made of 600D Recycled Polyester and is available in Night sky geo in comparison the The North Face Women's Surge Backpack's capacity is 31L with a size of 12 x 7 x 20 inches. Constructed from 600D Polyester it weighs 2.7 pounds and is available in 15+ colors and patterns.