The North Face Borealis Backpack vs Targus 16" Drifter II Laptop Backpack

The main difference between the The North Face Borealis Backpack and the Targus 16" Drifter II Laptop Backpack is that the Borealis Backpack has Sternum / Chest Straps (Sternum strap with whistle buckle) while the 16" Drifter II Laptop Backpack does not.

The North Face Borealis Backpack Front View
Targus Drifter II Laptop Backpack
Specs Brand The North Face Targus
Name Borealis Backpack 16" Drifter II Laptop Backpack
Category Laptop Laptop
Sub Category School School
Capacity (L) 28L 28L
Dimensions (in) 19.75 x 13.25 x 9.75 17 x 20 x 5
Weight (lb) 2 2.7
Fabric 600D Polyester Toile, 500D Nylon Oxford Slub, 420D Nylon, 210D Cordura® Nylon Ripstop, Polyester Jacquard Camo Nylon
Color 30+ colors and patterns Black, Gray, Black/Gray
Warranty The North Face Lifetime Warranty Targus Limited Lifetime Warranty
Release Date December 11, 2013 April 27, 2011
Rating 4.8 4.4
Price Under $100 Under $50
General Features Shoulder Straps Flexible yoke built from custom injection-molded shoulder straps Heavily padded and contoured shoulder straps
Sternum / Chest Straps Sternum strap with whistle buckle
Hip Belt / Waist Strap Removable waist belt
Water Proof / Water Resistant Water resistant material
Zippers Thick industrial zipper pulls
Main Compartment Access Normal zipped access Normal zipped access
External Pockets 1 zipped front pocket and 2 side pockets 3 front pockets, 1 top, 1 back pocket and 4 side pockets
Internal Compartments Multi-pockets in the front and main compartments
Side Pockets Side pockets can fit water bottle Side pockets can fit water bottle and other accessories
Water Bottle Yes Yes
Handles Padded top grab handle Sturdy molded plastic handle with metal grommets and cabling
Loops and Attachments Front elastic bungee system, fleece-lined pocket for sunglasses Hanging clasp
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Dedicated, highly protective laptop compartment Padded laptop compartment fits up to 16"
Tablet Sleeve Padded tablet sleeve Separate tablet pocket
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
Base / Bottom Weather-resistant bottom
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Thick padded mesh back panel
Reflective Safety Strips 360-degree reflective accents
Anti Theft Features Hidden Pocket Anti-theft back pocket

You're currently comparing the Borealis Backpack by The North Face against the 16" Drifter II Laptop Backpack by Targus .


The North Face 's Borealis Backpack is a Laptop backpack with School features while Targus 's 16" Drifter II 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 Targus 16" Drifter II Laptop Backpack's capacity is 28L with a size of 17 x 20 x 5 inches. Constructed from Nylon it weighs 2.7 pounds and is available in Black, Gray, Black/Gray .