The North Face Borealis Backpack vs The North Face Cryptic Backpack

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

The North Face Borealis Backpack Front View
The North Face Cryptic Backpack Front View
Specs Brand The North Face The North Face
Name Borealis Backpack Cryptic Backpack
Category Laptop Daypack
Sub Category School Laptop
Capacity (L) 28L 29L
Dimensions (in) 19.75 x 13.25 x 9.75 13 x 19 x 6
Weight (lb) 2 2.0
Fabric 600D Polyester Toile, 500D Nylon Oxford Slub, 420D Nylon, 210D Cordura® Nylon Ripstop, Polyester Jacquard Camo 600D Polyester
Color 30+ colors and patterns 8 colors and patterns
Warranty The North Face Lifetime Warranty The North Face Lifetime Warranty
Release Date December 11, 2013 April 16, 2021
Rating 4.8 4.8
Price Under $100 Under $100
General Features Shoulder Straps Flexible yoke built from custom injection-molded shoulder straps FlexVent™ custom molded shoulder straps
Sternum / Chest Straps Sternum strap with whistle buckle Sternum strap with whistle buckle
Hip Belt / Waist Strap Removable waist belt
Water Proof / Water Resistant Water repellant finish
Main Compartment Access Normal zipped access Normal zipped access
External Pockets 1 zipped front pocket and 2 side pockets 1 zipped front pocket 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 Padded top handle
Loops and Attachments Front elastic bungee system, fleece-lined pocket for sunglasses Front elastic bungee system
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Dedicated, highly protective laptop compartment Padded 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
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Comfortable padded mesh back panel and breathable lumbar panel
Reflective Safety Strips 360-degree reflective accents

You're currently comparing the Borealis Backpack by The North Face against the Cryptic Backpack by The North Face .


The North Face 's Borealis Backpack is a Laptop backpack with School features while The North Face 's Cryptic Backpack is a Daypack backpack with Laptop 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 Cryptic Backpack's capacity is 29L with a size of 13 x 19 x 6 inches. Constructed from 600D Polyester it weighs 2.0 pounds and is available in 8 colors and patterns.