The North Face Borealis Backpack vs High Sierra Access 2.0 Laptop Backpack

The main difference between the The North Face Borealis Backpack and the High Sierra Access 2.0 Laptop Backpack is that the Borealis Backpack has Hip Belt / Waist Strap (Removable waist belt) while the Access 2.0 Laptop Backpack does not.

The North Face Borealis Backpack Front View
High Sierra Access 2.0 Laptop Backpack Front View
Specs Brand The North Face High Sierra
Name Borealis Backpack Access 2.0 Laptop Backpack
Category Laptop Laptop
Sub Category School School
Capacity (L) 28L 45L
Dimensions (in) 19.75 x 13.25 x 9.75 20. x 15. x 9.5
Weight (lb) 2 2.4
Fabric 600D Polyester Toile, 500D Nylon Oxford Slub, 420D Nylon, 210D Cordura® Nylon Ripstop, Polyester Jacquard Camo 1000D Polyester Ripstop
Color 30+ colors and patterns 6 colors and patterns
Warranty The North Face Lifetime Warranty High Sierra 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 Articulated S-shaped mesh padded shoulder straps
Sternum / Chest Straps Sternum strap with whistle buckle Adjustable sternum strap
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 Multiple exterior zipped pockets and 2 side pockets
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 Daisy chains, front hook
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Dedicated, highly protective laptop compartment Fully-padded cushion zone fits laptop up to 15"
Tablet Sleeve Padded tablet sleeve Dedicated padded Tech Spot tablet sleeve
Organizer Pocket Front utility pocket with organizer
Travel Features Carry-on Size Compliant Padded mesh back and breathable lumbar panel
Compression Straps External compression straps
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Padded back panel
Reflective Safety Strips 360-degree reflective accents

You're currently comparing the Borealis Backpack by The North Face against the Access 2.0 Laptop Backpack by High Sierra .


The North Face 's Borealis Backpack is a Laptop backpack with School features while High Sierra 's Access 2.0 Laptop 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 High Sierra Access 2.0 Laptop Backpack's capacity is 45L with a size of 20. x 15. x 9.5 inches. Constructed from 1000D Polyester Ripstop it weighs 2.4 pounds and is available in 6 colors and patterns.