Kelty Slate 30 Backpack vs The North Face Groundwork Backpack

The main difference between the Kelty Slate 30 Backpack and the The North Face Groundwork Backpack is that the Slate 30 Backpack has Zippers (Nylon zipper with string pulls) while the Groundwork Backpack does not.

Kelty Slate 30 Backpack - Front View
The North Face Groundwork Backpack Front View
Specs Brand Kelty The North Face
Name Slate 30 Backpack Groundwork Backpack
Category Laptop Laptop
Sub Category Everyday Everyday
Capacity (L) 30L
Dimensions (in) 19 x 12 x 10 21.3 x 15.51 x 3.54
Weight (lb) 1.63
Fabric 600D Polyester Oxford 600D Polyester
Color Midnight Navy 2 colors and patterns
Warranty The North Face Lifetime Warranty
Release Date September 30, 2019
Rating 4.2 5.0
Price Under $60 Under $200
General Features Shoulder Straps Padded airmesh shoulder straps Padded shoulder straps
Sternum / Chest Straps Sternum strap Sternum strap with whistle buckle
Zippers Nylon zipper with string pulls
Main Compartment Access Normal top two way zip access Normal zipped access
External Pockets 5 external pockets 1 front zipped pocket and 2 side pockets
Internal Compartments Laptop sleeve, tablet sleeve
Side Pockets 2 side pockets Side pockets can fit water bottle
Water Bottle Yes Yes
Handles Grab handle Top grab handle
Loops and Attachments Key fob, bike light loop Elastic cord
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Padded Laptop sleeve fits laptop up to 15"
Tablet Sleeve Padded
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Padded airmesh back panel Padded mesh back panel

You're currently comparing the Slate 30 Backpack by Kelty against the Groundwork Backpack by The North Face.


Kelty 's Slate 30 Backpack is a Laptop backpack with Everyday features while The North Face's Groundwork Backpack is a Laptop backpack with Everyday features.

The Kelty Slate 30 Backpack has a capacity of 30L (liters), weighs 1.63 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 19 x 12 x 10. It's made of 600D Polyester Oxford and is available in Midnight Navy 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.