The North Face Groundwork Backpack vs JanSport West Break Backpack

The main difference between the The North Face Groundwork Backpack and the JanSport West Break Backpack is that the Groundwork Backpack has Sternum / Chest Straps (Sternum strap with whistle buckle) while the West Break Backpack does not.

The North Face Groundwork Backpack Front View
JanSport West Break Backpack Front View
Specs Brand The North Face JanSport
Name Groundwork Backpack West Break Backpack
Category Laptop Laptop
Sub Category Everyday Everyday
Capacity (L) 28L
Dimensions (in) 21.3 x 15.51 x 3.54 17.5 x 12.5 x 6.75
Weight (lb) 1.19
Fabric 600D Polyester 600 Denier TPU
Color 2 colors and patterns 12 Colors and patterns
Warranty The North Face Lifetime Warranty Jansport Limited Lifetime Warranty
Rating 5.0 4.7
Price Under $200 Under $75
General Features Shoulder Straps Padded shoulder straps Iconic straight cut padded shoulder straps
Sternum / Chest Straps Sternum strap with whistle buckle
Main Compartment Access Normal zipped access Normal zipped access
External Pockets 1 front zipped pocket and 2 side pockets 2 zipped front pocket and 2 side pockets
Internal Compartments Large main compartment with internal sleeve
Side Pockets Side pockets can fit water bottle Side pockets can fit water bottle
Water Bottle Yes Yes
Handles Top grab handle Top grab handle
Loops and Attachments Elastic cord
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Laptop sleeve fits laptop up to 15" Padded laptop sleeve fits up to 15″
Organizer Pocket Front organizer pocket
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Padded mesh back panel

You're currently comparing the Groundwork Backpack by The North Face against the West Break Backpack by JanSport.


The North Face's Groundwork Backpack is a Laptop backpack with Everyday features while JanSport's West Break Backpack is a Laptop backpack with Everyday features.

The The North Face Groundwork Backpack has a capacity of (liters), weighs pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 21.3 x 15.51 x 3.54. It's made of 600D Polyester and is available in 2 colors and patterns in comparison the JanSport West Break Backpack's capacity is 28L with a size of 17.5 x 12.5 x 6.75 inches. Constructed from 600 Denier TPU it weighs 1.19 pounds and is available in 12 Colors and patterns.