The North Face Groundwork Backpack vs Samsonite Modern Utility Paracycle Laptop Backpack

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

The North Face Groundwork Backpack Front View
Samsonite Modern Utility Paracycle Laptop Backpack Front View
Specs Brand The North Face Samsonite
Name Groundwork Backpack Modern Utility Paracycle Laptop Backpack
Category Laptop Laptop
Sub Category Everyday Everyday
Dimensions (in) 21.3 x 15.51 x 3.54 8 x 12 x 17.75
Weight (lb) 2.0
Fabric 600D Polyester Ripstop Polyester
Color 2 colors and patterns 3 colors and patterns
Warranty The North Face Lifetime Warranty Samsonite Limited 3 Year Global Warranty
Rating 5.0 4.7
Price Under $200 Under $125
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 zipped front pocket and 2 side pockets
Internal Compartments Roomy main compartment features storage space and well considered business 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 15.6"
Tablet Sleeve Tablet pocket
Organizer Pocket Front organizer pocket
Travel Features Luggage Straps / Trolley Sleeve SmartSleeve
Base / Bottom Water resistant bottom
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Padded mesh back panel Padded airmesh panels on back

You're currently comparing the Groundwork Backpack by The North Face against the Modern Utility Paracycle Laptop Backpack by Samsonite.


The North Face's Groundwork Backpack is a Laptop backpack with Everyday features while Samsonite's Modern Utility Paracycle Laptop 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 Modern Utility Paracycle Laptop Backpack's capacity is with a size of 8 x 12 x 17.75 inches. Constructed from Ripstop Polyester it weighs 2.0 pounds and is available in 3 colors and patterns.