The main difference between the The North Face Borealis Backpack and the High Sierra Swerve Laptop Backpack is that the Borealis Backpack has Sternum / Chest Straps (Sternum strap with whistle buckle) while the Swerve Laptop Backpack does not.
Specs | Brand | The North Face | High Sierra |
Name | Borealis Backpack | Swerve Laptop Backpack | |
Category | Laptop | Laptop | |
Sub Category | School | School | |
Capacity (L) | 28L | ||
Dimensions (in) | 19.75 x 13.25 x 9.75 | 19 x 13 x 7.75 | |
Weight (lb) | 2 | 2.2 | |
Fabric | 600D Polyester Toile, 500D Nylon Oxford Slub, 420D Nylon, 210D Cordura® Nylon Ripstop, Polyester Jacquard Camo | Polyester | |
Color | 30+ colors and patterns | 20+ colors and patterns | |
Warranty | The North Face Lifetime Warranty | High Sierra Limited Lifetime Warranty | |
Release Date | December 11, 2013 | ||
Rating | 4.8 | 4.6 | |
Price | Under $100 | Under $50 | |
General Features | Shoulder Straps | Flexible yoke built from custom injection-molded shoulder straps | S-curve padded shoulder straps |
Sternum / Chest Straps | Sternum strap with whistle buckle | ||
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 zipped front pockets and 2 side pockets | |
Internal Compartments | Dual main compartment with multiple pockets | ||
Side Pockets | Side pockets can fit water bottle | Side pockets can fit water bottle | |
Water Bottle | Yes | Yes | |
Handles | Padded top grab handle | Padded 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 | Fully-padded laptop sleeve that fits up to 17" |
Tablet Sleeve | Padded tablet sleeve | Dedicated tablet sleeve | |
Organizer Pocket | Front utility pocket with organizer | Front utility pocket with organizer | |
Travel Features | Carry-on Size Compliant | Padded mesh back and breathable lumbar panel | |
Compression Straps | External side compression straps | ||
Hiking / Backpacking Features | Back Panel | Padded back panel | |
Ventilated Back | Moisture wicking vapel mesh material and deep air channels | ||
Reflective Safety Strips | 360-degree reflective accents | Reflective accents |
The North Face 's Borealis Backpack is a Laptop backpack with School features while High Sierra 's Swerve 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 Swerve Laptop Backpack's capacity is with a size of 19 x 13 x 7.75 inches. Constructed from Polyester it weighs 2.2 pounds and is available in 20+ colors and patterns.
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