The main difference between the Kipling Curtis Extra Large 17" Laptop Backpack and the The North Face Womens Recon Backpack is that the Curtis Extra Large 17" Laptop Backpack has Zippers (Plastic molded zippers) while the Womens Recon Backpack does not.
Specs | Brand | Kipling | The North Face |
Name | Curtis Extra Large 17" Laptop Backpack | Womens Recon Backpack | |
Category | Womens | Womens | |
Sub Category | Laptop | Laptop | |
Capacity (L) | 28L | 30L | |
Dimensions (in) | 11.75 x 17.25 x 8.25 | 19.25 x 13 x 7 | |
Weight (lb) | 1.17 | 2 | |
Fabric | Nylon | Polyester and Nylon | |
Color | Air Grey C | 30+ colors and patterns | |
Warranty | The North Face Lifetime Warranty | ||
Release Date | April 26, 2022 | ||
Rating | 4.7 | 4.7 | |
Price | Under $150 | Under $100 | |
General Features | Shoulder Straps | Adjustable backpack straps | Women-specific contoured shoulder straps |
Sternum / Chest Straps | Sternum strap with whistle buckle | ||
Hip Belt / Waist Strap | Removable waist belt | ||
Zippers | Plastic molded zippers | ||
Main Compartment Access | Normal top zip access | Normal zipped access | |
External Pockets | 1 small front zip pocket, 1 front bigger pocket | 2 zipped front and 2 side pockets | |
Internal Compartments | 17" laptop sleeve | ||
Side Pockets | Side pockets can fit water bottle | ||
Water Bottle | Yes | ||
Handles | Top grab handle | Padded top handle | |
Loops and Attachments | Extendable front stash pocket with daisy chains and fleece-lined pocket for sunglasses, phone or keys | ||
Business & School Features | Laptop Sleeve | Padded | Dedicated, highly protective laptop compartment |
Tablet Sleeve | Padded tablet sleeve | ||
Organizer Pocket | Front utility pocket with organizer | ||
Travel Features | Compression Straps | External compression straps | |
Hiking / Backpacking Features | Back Panel | Padded | Padded mesh back and breathable lumbar panel |
Reflective Safety Strips | 360-degree reflectivity |
Kipling's Curtis Extra Large 17" Laptop Backpack is a Womens backpack with Laptop features while The North Face 's Womens Recon Backpack is a Womens backpack with Laptop features.
The Kipling Curtis Extra Large 17" Laptop Backpack has a capacity of 28L (liters), weighs 1.17 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 11.75 x 17.25 x 8.25. It's made of Nylon and is available in Air Grey C in comparison the The North Face Womens Recon Backpack's capacity is 30L with a size of 19.25 x 13 x 7 inches. Constructed from Polyester and Nylon it weighs 2 pounds and is available in 30+ colors and patterns .
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