The North Face Crestone Backpack vs The North Face Borealis Backpack

The main difference between the The North Face Crestone Backpack and the The North Face Borealis Backpack is that the Crestone Backpack has Zippers (Nylon zipper with metal pulls) while the Borealis Backpack does not.

The North Face Crestone Backpack - Front View
The North Face Borealis Backpack Front View
Specs Brand The North Face The North Face
Name Crestone Backpack Borealis Backpack
Category Daypack Laptop
Sub Category Outdoor School
Capacity (L) 27.5L 28L
Dimensions (in) 18.13 x 11 x 8.25 19.75 x 13.25 x 9.75
Weight (lb) 1 2
Fabric 600D Polyester Toile, 500D Nylon Oxford Slub, 420D Nylon, 210D Cordura® Nylon Ripstop, Polyester Jacquard Camo
Color Mild Grey Heather/TNF Black 30+ colors and patterns
Warranty The North Face Lifetime Warranty
Release Date December 11, 2013
Rating 4.7 4.8
Price Under $100 Under $100
General Features Shoulder Straps J shape - adjustable padded strap Flexible yoke built from custom injection-molded shoulder straps
Sternum / Chest Straps Sternum strap with whistle buckle Sternum strap with whistle buckle
Hip Belt / Waist Strap Removable waist belt
Zippers Nylon zipper with metal pulls
Main Compartment Access Normal top two way zip access Normal zipped access
External Pockets 2 side slip in pockets, 1 front zip pocket, Contrast embroidered The North Face logo on center top 1 zipped front pocket and 2 side pockets
Internal Compartments Laptop sleeve, simplified organization in front pocket, tablet sleeve and key fob
Side Pockets 2 slip-in side pockets Side pockets can fit water bottle
Water Bottle Yes Yes
Handles Two webbing top handles Padded top grab handle
Loops and Attachments Front elastic bungee system, fleece-lined pocket for sunglasses
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Padded and protective 15" laptop sleeve Dedicated, highly protective laptop compartment
Tablet Sleeve Padded 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 Crestone Backpack by The North Face against the Borealis Backpack by The North Face .


The North Face's Crestone Backpack is a Daypack backpack with Outdoor features while The North Face 's Borealis Backpack is a Laptop backpack with School features.

The The North Face Crestone Backpack has a capacity of 27.5L (liters), weighs 1 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 18.13 x 11 x 8.25. It's made of and is available in Mild Grey Heather/TNF Black in comparison the The North Face Borealis Backpack's capacity is 28L with a size of 19.75 x 13.25 x 9.75 inches. Constructed from 600D Polyester Toile, 500D Nylon Oxford Slub, 420D Nylon, 210D Cordura® Nylon Ripstop, Polyester Jacquard Camo it weighs 2 pounds and is available in 30+ colors and patterns .