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.
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 |
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.
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