The North Face Borealis Backpack vs High Sierra Swerve Laptop Backpack

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.

The North Face Borealis Backpack Front View
High Sierra Swerve Laptop Backpack Front View
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

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


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.