The North Face Borealis Backpack vs Columbia Unisex Zigzag 27L Backpack

The main difference between the The North Face Borealis Backpack and the Columbia Unisex Zigzag 27L Backpack is that the Borealis Backpack has Hip Belt / Waist Strap (Removable waist belt) while the Unisex Zigzag 27L Backpack does not.

The North Face Borealis Backpack Front View
Columbia Unisex Zigzag 27L Backpack Front View
Specs Brand The North Face Columbia
Name Borealis Backpack Unisex Zigzag 27L Backpack
Category Laptop Laptop
Sub Category School School
Capacity (L) 28L 27L
Dimensions (in) 19.75 x 13.25 x 9.75 11.81 x 7.87 x 1.97
Weight (lb) 2
Fabric 600D Polyester Toile, 500D Nylon Oxford Slub, 420D Nylon, 210D Cordura® Nylon Ripstop, Polyester Jacquard Camo 100% Polyester with PU coating
Color 30+ colors and patterns 4 Colors and patterns
Warranty The North Face Lifetime Warranty Columbia Limited Lifetime Warranty
Release Date December 11, 2013
Rating 4.8 4.7
Price Under $100 Under $75
General Features Shoulder Straps Flexible yoke built from custom injection-molded shoulder straps Adjustable shoulder straps
Sternum / Chest Straps Sternum strap with whistle buckle Sternum strap with rescue whistle
Hip Belt / Waist Strap Removable waist belt
Main Compartment Access Normal zipped access Normal zipped access
External Pockets 1 zipped front pocket and 2 side pockets 2 front zipped pocket and 2 side pocket
Internal Compartments Organizational panel
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 Gear loops
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 Front organizer pocket
Travel Features Carry-on Size Compliant Padded mesh back and breathable lumbar panel
Base / Bottom Flat padded bottom 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 Zigzag 27L Backpack by Columbia .


The North Face 's Borealis Backpack is a Laptop backpack with School features while Columbia 's Unisex Zigzag 27L 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 Zigzag 27L Backpack's capacity is 27L with a size of 11.81 x 7.87 x 1.97 inches. Constructed from 100% Polyester with PU coating it weighs pounds and is available in 4 Colors and patterns.