The North Face Borealis Laptop Tote Backpack vs The North Face Recon Backpack

The main difference between the The North Face Borealis Laptop Tote Backpack and the The North Face Recon Backpack is that the Borealis Laptop Tote Backpack has Convertible (Yes) while the Recon Backpack does not.

The North Face Borealis Laptop Tote Backpack Front View
The North Face Recon Backpack Front View
Specs Brand The North Face The North Face
Name Borealis Laptop Tote Backpack Recon Backpack
Category Womens Sports
Sub Category Laptop Running
Capacity (L) 22L 30L
Dimensions (in) 18.5 x 5.7 x 16.5 19.25 x 13 x 7
Weight (lb) 1.0 2
Fabric 210D Recycled Nylon Ripstop Nylon with Non-PFC DWR Finish
Color 7 colors and patterns 20+ colors and patterns
Warranty The North Face Lifetime Warranty The North Face Lifetime Warranty
Release Date July 12, 2012
Rating 4.6 4.8
Price Under $100 Under $100
General Features Shoulder Straps Adjustable shoulder straps Flexible yoke built from custom injection-molded shoulder straps
Sternum / Chest Straps Sternum strap with whistle buckle
Hip Belt / Waist Strap Removable waist belt
Main Compartment Access Top zipped access Normal zipped access
External Pockets 1 zipped front pocket 2 zipped front pockets 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
Loops and Attachments Side elastic cords Extendable front stash pocket with daisy chains and fleece-lined pocket for sunglasses, phone or keys
Convertible Yes
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Laptop sleeve fits laptop up to 13" Dedicated, highly protective laptop compartment
Tablet Sleeve Tablet sleeve Padded tablet sleeve
Organizer Pocket Front utility pocket with organizer
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Padded mesh back and breathable lumbar panel
Reflective Safety Strips 360-degree reflective accents

You're currently comparing the Borealis Laptop Tote Backpack by The North Face against the Recon Backpack by The North Face .


The North Face's Borealis Laptop Tote Backpack is a Womens backpack with Laptop features while The North Face 's Recon Backpack is a Sports backpack with Running features.

The The North Face Borealis Laptop Tote Backpack has a capacity of 22L (liters), weighs 1.0 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 18.5 x 5.7 x 16.5. It's made of 210D Recycled Nylon Ripstop and is available in 7 colors and patterns in comparison the The North Face Recon Backpack's capacity is 30L with a size of 19.25 x 13 x 7 inches. Constructed from Nylon with Non-PFC DWR Finish it weighs 2 pounds and is available in 20+ colors and patterns.