The North Face Borealis Backpack vs Columbia Unisex Tamolitch II Daypack Laptop School Student Backpack

The main difference between the The North Face Borealis Backpack and the Columbia Unisex Tamolitch II Daypack Laptop School Student Backpack is that the Borealis Backpack has Sternum / Chest Straps (Sternum strap with whistle buckle) while the Unisex Tamolitch II Daypack Laptop School Student Backpack does not.

The North Face Borealis Backpack Front View
Columbia Unisex Tamolitch II Daypack Laptop School Student Backpack Front View
Specs Brand The North Face Columbia
Name Borealis Backpack Unisex Tamolitch II Daypack Laptop School Student Backpack
Category Laptop Laptop
Sub Category School School
Capacity (L) 28L 26L
Dimensions (in) 19.75 x 13.25 x 9.75 20.3 x 14.1 x 3.1
Weight (lb) 2 1.7
Fabric 600D Polyester Toile, 500D Nylon Oxford Slub, 420D Nylon, 210D Cordura® Nylon Ripstop, Polyester Jacquard Camo 100% Polyester
Color 30+ colors and patterns 2 Colors and patterns
Warranty The North Face Lifetime Warranty Columbia Limited Lifetime Warranty
Release Date December 11, 2013
Rating 4.8 4.5
Price Under $100 Under $125
General Features Shoulder Straps Flexible yoke built from custom injection-molded shoulder straps Contoured padded shoulder straps
Sternum / Chest Straps Sternum strap with whistle buckle
Hip Belt / Waist Strap Removable waist belt
Water Proof / Water Resistant Water resistant
Main Compartment Access Normal zipped access Normal zipped access
External Pockets 1 zipped front pocket and 2 side pockets Dual entry front sleeve and 2 side pocket
Side Pockets Side pockets can fit water bottle Side pockets can fit water bottle
Water Bottle Yes Yes
Handles Padded top grab handle Top grab handle
Loops and Attachments Front elastic bungee system, fleece-lined pocket for sunglasses
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Dedicated, highly protective laptop compartment Laptop sleeve fits laptop up to 15"
Tablet Sleeve Padded tablet sleeve
Organizer Pocket Front utility pocket with organizer
Travel Features Carry-on Size Compliant Padded mesh back and breathable lumbar panel
Hiking / Backpacking Features Reflective Safety Strips 360-degree reflective accents

You're currently comparing the Borealis Backpack by The North Face against the Unisex Tamolitch II Daypack Laptop School Student Backpack by Columbia .


The North Face 's Borealis Backpack is a Laptop backpack with School features while Columbia 's Unisex Tamolitch II Daypack Laptop School Student Backpack is a Laptop backpack with School features.

The The North Face Borealis Backpack has a capacity of 28L (liters), weighs 2 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 19.75 x 13.25 x 9.75. It's made of 600D Polyester Toile, 500D Nylon Oxford Slub, 420D Nylon, 210D Cordura® Nylon Ripstop, Polyester Jacquard Camo and is available in 30+ colors and patterns in comparison the Columbia Unisex Tamolitch II Daypack Laptop School Student Backpack's capacity is 26L with a size of 20.3 x 14.1 x 3.1 inches. Constructed from 100% Polyester it weighs 1.7 pounds and is available in 2 Colors and patterns.