The main difference between the High Sierra Swerve Laptop Backpack and the The North Face Borealis Backpack is that the Swerve Laptop Backpack has Internal Compartments (Dual main compartment with multiple pockets ) while the Borealis Backpack does not.
Specs | Brand | High Sierra | The North Face |
Name | Swerve Laptop Backpack | Borealis Backpack | |
Category | Laptop | Laptop | |
Sub Category | School | School | |
Capacity (L) | 28L | ||
Dimensions (in) | 19 x 13 x 7.75 | 19.75 x 13.25 x 9.75 | |
Weight (lb) | 2.2 | 2 | |
Fabric | Polyester | 600D Polyester Toile, 500D Nylon Oxford Slub, 420D Nylon, 210D Cordura® Nylon Ripstop, Polyester Jacquard Camo | |
Color | 20+ colors and patterns | 30+ colors and patterns | |
Warranty | High Sierra Limited Lifetime Warranty | The North Face Lifetime Warranty | |
Release Date | December 11, 2013 | ||
Rating | 4.6 | 4.8 | |
Price | Under $50 | Under $100 | |
General Features | Shoulder Straps | S-curve padded 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 | 2 zipped front pockets and 2 side pockets | 1 zipped front pocket and 2 side pockets | |
Internal Compartments | Dual main compartment with multiple pockets | ||
Side Pockets | Side pockets can fit water bottle | Side pockets can fit water bottle | |
Water Bottle | Yes | Yes | |
Handles | Padded top grab handle | Padded top grab handle | |
Loops and Attachments | Front elastic bungee system, fleece-lined pocket for sunglasses | ||
Business & School Features | Laptop Sleeve | Fully-padded laptop sleeve that fits up to 17" | Dedicated, highly protective laptop compartment |
Tablet Sleeve | Dedicated tablet sleeve | Padded tablet sleeve | |
Organizer Pocket | Front utility pocket with organizer | Front utility pocket with organizer | |
Travel Features | Carry-on Size Compliant | Padded mesh back and breathable lumbar panel | |
Compression Straps | External side compression straps | ||
Hiking / Backpacking Features | Back Panel | Padded back panel | |
Ventilated Back | Moisture wicking vapel mesh material and deep air channels | ||
Reflective Safety Strips | Reflective accents | 360-degree reflective accents |
High Sierra 's Swerve 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 Swerve Laptop Backpack has a capacity of (liters), weighs 2.2 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 19 x 13 x 7.75 . It's made of Polyester and is available in 20+ 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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