The North Face Borealis Backpack vs The North Face Base Camp Small Duffel

The main difference between the The North Face Borealis Backpack and the The North Face Base Camp Small Duffel is that the Borealis Backpack has Sternum / Chest Straps (Sternum strap with whistle buckle) while the Base Camp Small Duffel does not.

The North Face Borealis Backpack Front View
The North Face Base Camp Duffel - S Front View
Specs Brand The North Face The North Face
Name Borealis Backpack Base Camp Small Duffel
Category Laptop Travel
Sub Category School Outdoor
Capacity (L) 28L 50L
Dimensions (in) 19.75 x 13.25 x 9.75 13 x 21 x 13
Weight (lb) 2 2.0
Fabric 600D Polyester Toile, 500D Nylon Oxford Slub, 420D Nylon, 210D Cordura® Nylon Ripstop, Polyester Jacquard Camo 1000D Phthalate-Free, Recycled PVC
Color 30+ colors and patterns 3 colors and patterns
Warranty The North Face Lifetime Warranty The North Face Lifetime Warranty
Release Date December 11, 2013 April 13, 2018
Rating 4.8 4.7
Price Under $100 Under $225
General Features Shoulder Straps Flexible yoke built from custom injection-molded shoulder straps Detachable, adjustable, alpine-cut shoulder straps
Sternum / Chest Straps Sternum strap with whistle buckle
Hip Belt / Waist Strap Removable waist belt
Water Proof / Water Resistant Non-PFC durable water-repellent
Zippers D-zip opening with a weather resistant flap
Main Compartment Access Normal zipped access Main compartment has a secure-zip mesh pocket and an end-cap mesh sleeve pocket for more organization
External Pockets 1 zipped front pocket and 2 side pockets
Side Pockets Side pockets can fit water bottle
Water Bottle Yes No
Handles Padded top grab handle Two padded side handles
Loops and Attachments Front elastic bungee system, fleece-lined pocket for sunglasses
Convertible Yes
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Dedicated, highly protective laptop compartment
Tablet Sleeve Padded 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 Reflective Safety Strips 360-degree reflective accents

You're currently comparing the Borealis Backpack by The North Face against the Base Camp Small Duffel by The North Face .


The North Face 's Borealis Backpack is a Laptop backpack with School features while The North Face 's Base Camp Small Duffel is a Travel backpack with Outdoor 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 The North Face Base Camp Small Duffel's capacity is 50L with a size of 13 x 21 x 13 inches. Constructed from 1000D Phthalate-Free, Recycled PVC it weighs 2.0 pounds and is available in 3 colors and patterns.