The North Face Groundwork Backpack vs Samsonite Kombi 4 Square Backpack

The main difference between the The North Face Groundwork Backpack and the Samsonite Kombi 4 Square Backpack is that the Groundwork Backpack has Sternum / Chest Straps (Sternum strap with whistle buckle) while the Kombi 4 Square Backpack does not.

The North Face Groundwork Backpack Front View
Samsonite Kombi 4 Square Backpack Front View
Specs Brand The North Face Samsonite
Name Groundwork Backpack Kombi 4 Square Backpack
Category Laptop Laptop
Sub Category Everyday Everyday
Dimensions (in) 21.3 x 15.51 x 3.54 5.5 x 9 x 15.75
Weight (lb) 2.16
Fabric 600D Polyester 1680D Ballistic Nylon
Color 2 colors and patterns 2 colors and patterns
Warranty The North Face Lifetime Warranty Samsonite Limited 3 Year Global Warranty
Rating 5.0 4.6
Price Under $200 Under $150
General Features Shoulder Straps Padded shoulder straps 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 3 front and 2 side zipped pockets
Internal Compartments Multiple interior pockets for organization
Side Pockets Side pockets can fit water bottle Side pockets can fit water bottle and umbrella
Water Bottle Yes Yes
Handles Top grab handle Padded top grab handle
Loops and Attachments Elastic cord
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Laptop sleeve fits laptop up to 15" Padded laptop compartment fits up to 13.3”
Tablet Sleeve Dedicated padded tablet sleeve
Organizer Pocket Front organizer pocket
Travel Features Luggage Straps / Trolley Sleeve SmartSleeve™
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Padded mesh back panel Padded back panel

You're currently comparing the Groundwork Backpack by The North Face against the Kombi 4 Square Backpack by Samsonite.


The North Face's Groundwork Backpack is a Laptop backpack with Everyday features while Samsonite's Kombi 4 Square 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 Samsonite Kombi 4 Square Backpack's capacity is with a size of 5.5 x 9 x 15.75 inches. Constructed from 1680D Ballistic Nylon it weighs 2.16 pounds and is available in 2 colors and patterns.