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.
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 |
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.
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