High Sierra Swerve Laptop Backpack vs The North Face Borealis Backpack

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.

High Sierra Swerve Laptop Backpack Front View
The North Face Borealis Backpack Front View
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

You're currently comparing the Swerve Laptop Backpack by High Sierra against the Borealis Backpack by The North Face .


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 .