The North Face Borealis Backpack vs The North Face Top Loader Daypack

The main difference between the The North Face Borealis Backpack and the The North Face Top Loader Daypack is that the Borealis Backpack has Sternum / Chest Straps (Sternum strap with whistle buckle) while the Top Loader Daypack does not.

The North Face Borealis Backpack Front View
The North Face Top Loader Daypack Front View
Specs Brand The North Face The North Face
Name Borealis Backpack Top Loader Daypack
Category Laptop Daypack
Sub Category School Commuter
Capacity (L) 28L 16L
Dimensions (in) 19.75 x 13.25 x 9.75 10.24 x 4.13 x 14.37
Weight (lb) 2 1.0
Fabric 600D Polyester Toile, 500D Nylon Oxford Slub, 420D Nylon, 210D Cordura® Nylon Ripstop, Polyester Jacquard Camo 600D Polyester
Color 30+ colors and patterns 2 colors and patterns
Warranty The North Face Lifetime Warranty The North Face Lifetime Warranty
Release Date December 11, 2013 May 16, 2019
Rating 4.8 4.4
Price Under $100 Under $75
General Features Shoulder Straps Flexible yoke built from custom injection-molded shoulder straps Padded shoulder straps
Sternum / Chest Straps Sternum strap with whistle buckle
Hip Belt / Waist Strap Removable waist belt
Water Proof / Water Resistant Water-repellent finish
Main Compartment Access Normal zipped access Top loading access
External Pockets 1 zipped front pocket and 2 side pockets Invisible top zipped pocket
Side Pockets Side pockets can fit water bottle
Water Bottle Yes No
Handles Padded top grab handle Top grab handle
Loops and Attachments Front elastic bungee system, fleece-lined pocket for sunglasses Leather patch, bike-light loop
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Dedicated, highly protective laptop compartment Laptop sleeve fits laptop up to 13"
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 Padded back panel
Reflective Safety Strips 360-degree reflective accents

You're currently comparing the Borealis Backpack by The North Face against the Top Loader Daypack by The North Face .


The North Face 's Borealis Backpack is a Laptop backpack with School features while The North Face 's Top Loader Daypack is a Daypack backpack with Commuter 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 Top Loader Daypack's capacity is 16L with a size of 10.24 x 4.13 x 14.37 inches. Constructed from 600D Polyester it weighs 1.0 pounds and is available in 2 colors and patterns.