JanSport West Break Backpack vs The North Face Groundwork Backpack

The main difference between the JanSport West Break Backpack and the The North Face Groundwork Backpack is that the West Break Backpack has Internal Compartments (Large main compartment with internal sleeve) while the Groundwork Backpack does not.

JanSport West Break Backpack Front View
The North Face Groundwork Backpack Front View
Specs Brand JanSport The North Face
Name West Break Backpack Groundwork Backpack
Category Laptop Laptop
Sub Category Everyday Everyday
Capacity (L) 28L
Dimensions (in) 17.5 x 12.5 x 6.75 21.3 x 15.51 x 3.54
Weight (lb) 1.19
Fabric 600 Denier TPU 600D Polyester
Color 12 Colors and patterns 2 colors and patterns
Warranty Jansport Limited Lifetime Warranty The North Face Lifetime Warranty
Rating 4.7 5.0
Price Under $75 Under $200
General Features Shoulder Straps Iconic straight cut padded shoulder straps Padded shoulder straps
Sternum / Chest Straps Sternum strap with whistle buckle
Main Compartment Access Normal zipped access Normal zipped access
External Pockets 2 zipped front pocket and 2 side pockets 1 front zipped pocket and 2 side pockets
Internal Compartments Large main compartment with internal sleeve
Side Pockets Side pockets can fit water bottle Side pockets can fit water bottle
Water Bottle Yes Yes
Handles Top grab handle Top grab handle
Loops and Attachments Elastic cord
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Padded laptop sleeve fits up to 15″ Laptop sleeve fits laptop up to 15"
Organizer Pocket Front organizer pocket
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Padded mesh back panel

You're currently comparing the West Break Backpack by JanSport against the Groundwork Backpack by The North Face.


JanSport's West Break Backpack is a Laptop backpack with Everyday features while The North Face's Groundwork Backpack is a Laptop backpack with Everyday features.

The JanSport West Break Backpack has a capacity of 28L (liters), weighs 1.19 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 17.5 x 12.5 x 6.75. It's made of 600 Denier TPU and is available in 12 Colors and patterns in comparison the The North Face Groundwork Backpack's capacity is with a size of 21.3 x 15.51 x 3.54 inches. Constructed from 600D Polyester it weighs pounds and is available in 2 colors and patterns.