The main difference between the High Sierra Access 2.0 Laptop Backpack and the The North Face Borealis Backpack is that the Access 2.0 Laptop Backpack has Compression Straps (External compression straps) while the Borealis Backpack does not.
Specs | Brand | High Sierra | The North Face |
Name | Access 2.0 Laptop Backpack | Borealis Backpack | |
Category | Laptop | Laptop | |
Sub Category | School | School | |
Capacity (L) | 45L | 28L | |
Dimensions (in) | 20. x 15. x 9.5 | 19.75 x 13.25 x 9.75 | |
Weight (lb) | 2.4 | 2 | |
Fabric | 1000D Polyester Ripstop | 600D Polyester Toile, 500D Nylon Oxford Slub, 420D Nylon, 210D Cordura® Nylon Ripstop, Polyester Jacquard Camo | |
Color | 6 colors and patterns | 30+ colors and patterns | |
Warranty | High Sierra 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 | Articulated S-shaped mesh padded shoulder straps | Flexible yoke built from custom injection-molded shoulder straps |
Sternum / Chest Straps | Adjustable sternum strap | Sternum strap with whistle buckle | |
Hip Belt / Waist Strap | Removable waist belt | ||
Main Compartment Access | Normal zipped access | Normal zipped access | |
External Pockets | Multiple exterior zipped 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 grab handle | |
Loops and Attachments | Daisy chains, front hook | Front elastic bungee system, fleece-lined pocket for sunglasses | |
Business & School Features | Laptop Sleeve | Fully-padded cushion zone fits laptop up to 15" | Dedicated, highly protective laptop compartment |
Tablet Sleeve | Dedicated padded Tech Spot tablet sleeve | Padded tablet sleeve | |
Organizer Pocket | Front utility pocket with organizer | ||
Travel Features | Carry-on Size Compliant | Padded mesh back and breathable lumbar panel | |
Compression Straps | External compression straps | ||
Hiking / Backpacking Features | Back Panel | Padded back panel | |
Reflective Safety Strips | 360-degree reflective accents |
High Sierra 's Access 2.0 Laptop Backpack is a Laptop backpack with School features while The North Face 's Borealis Backpack is a Laptop backpack with School features.
The High Sierra Access 2.0 Laptop Backpack has a capacity of 45L (liters), weighs 2.4 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 20. x 15. x 9.5. It's made of 1000D Polyester Ripstop and is available in 6 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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