The main difference between the The North Face Borealis Backpack and the The North Face Women's Surge Backpack is that the Borealis Backpack has Tablet Sleeve (Padded tablet sleeve) while the Women's Surge Backpack does not.
Specs | Brand | The North Face | The North Face |
Name | Borealis Backpack | Women's Surge Backpack | |
Category | Laptop | Laptop | |
Sub Category | School | Everyday | |
Capacity (L) | 28L | 31L | |
Dimensions (in) | 19.75 x 13.25 x 9.75 | 12 x 7 x 20 | |
Weight (lb) | 2 | 2.7 | |
Fabric | 600D Polyester Toile, 500D Nylon Oxford Slub, 420D Nylon, 210D Cordura® Nylon Ripstop, Polyester Jacquard Camo | 600D Polyester | |
Color | 30+ colors and patterns | 15+ colors and patterns | |
Warranty | The North Face Lifetime Warranty | The North Face Lifetime Warranty | |
Release Date | December 11, 2013 | August 15, 2014 | |
Rating | 4.8 | 4.7 | |
Price | Under $100 | Under $150 | |
General Features | Shoulder Straps | Flexible yoke built from custom injection-molded shoulder straps | Articulated shoulder straps |
Sternum / Chest Straps | Sternum strap with whistle buckle | Sternum strap with whistle buckle | |
Hip Belt / Waist Strap | Removable waist belt | 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 | Webbing daisy chain | |
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 | Front pocket with internal organization | |
Travel Features | Carry-on Size Compliant | Padded mesh back and breathable lumbar panel | |
Hiking / Backpacking Features | Back Panel | Rounded back 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 Women's Surge Backpack is a Laptop backpack with Everyday 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 Women's Surge Backpack's capacity is 31L with a size of 12 x 7 x 20 inches. Constructed from 600D Polyester it weighs 2.7 pounds and is available in 15+ colors and patterns.
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