Samsonite Tectonic Lifestyle Sweetwater Business Backpack vs The North Face Groundwork Backpack

The main difference between the Samsonite Tectonic Lifestyle Sweetwater Business Backpack and the The North Face Groundwork Backpack is that the Tectonic Lifestyle Sweetwater Business Backpack has Internal Compartments (Roomy main compartment features storage space and well considered business organization) while the Groundwork Backpack does not.

Samsonite Tectonic Lifestyle Sweetwater Business Backpack Front View
The North Face Groundwork Backpack Front View
Specs Brand Samsonite The North Face
Name Tectonic Lifestyle Sweetwater Business Backpack Groundwork Backpack
Category Laptop Laptop
Sub Category Everyday Everyday
Dimensions (in) 8.25 x 12.6 x 18.1 21.3 x 15.51 x 3.54
Weight (lb) 3.1
Fabric 100% Polyester 600D Polyester
Color 2 colors and patterns 2 colors and patterns
Warranty Samsonite Limited 3 Year Global Warranty The North Face Lifetime Warranty
Rating 4.7 5.0
Price Under $150 Under $200
General Features Shoulder Straps 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 3 zipped front and 3 side pockets 1 front zipped pocket and 2 side pockets
Internal Compartments Roomy main compartment features storage space and well considered business organization
Side Pockets Side pockets can fit water bottle and other accessories Side pockets can fit water bottle
Water Bottle Yes Yes
Handles Padded top grab handle Top grab handle
Loops and Attachments Elastic cord
USB Charger Built-in USB charger
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Padded laptop compartment fits up to 17" Laptop sleeve fits laptop up to 15"
Tablet Sleeve Tablet pocket
Organizer Pocket Front organizer pocket
Travel Features Luggage Straps / Trolley Sleeve SmartSleeveā„¢
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Padded airmesh panels on back Padded mesh back panel

You're currently comparing the Tectonic Lifestyle Sweetwater Business Backpack by Samsonite against the Groundwork Backpack by The North Face.


Samsonite 's Tectonic Lifestyle Sweetwater Business Backpack is a Laptop backpack with Everyday features while The North Face's Groundwork Backpack is a Laptop backpack with Everyday features.

The Samsonite Tectonic Lifestyle Sweetwater Business Backpack has a capacity of (liters), weighs 3.1 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 8.25 x 12.6 x 18.1. It's made of 100% Polyester and is available in 2 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.