The North Face Women's Surge Backpack vs Samsonite Karissa Biz 2.0 Backpacks

The main difference between the The North Face Women's Surge Backpack and the Samsonite Karissa Biz 2.0 Backpacks is that the Women's Surge Backpack has Sternum / Chest Straps (Sternum strap with whistle buckle) while the Karissa Biz 2.0 Backpacks does not.

The North Face Surge Backpack Front View
Samsonite Karissa Biz 2.0 Backpacks - Front View
Specs Brand The North Face Samsonite
Name Women's Surge Backpack Karissa Biz 2.0 Backpacks
Category Laptop Laptop
Sub Category Everyday Everyday
Capacity (L) 31L 13.5L
Dimensions (in) 12 x 7 x 20 11.61 x 4.33 x 16.14
Weight (lb) 2.7 2.55
Fabric 600D Polyester 100% Recycled Polyester
Color 15+ colors and patterns Black
Warranty The North Face Lifetime Warranty
Release Date August 15, 2014
Rating 4.7
Price Under $150 Under $200
General Features Shoulder Straps Articulated shoulder straps Straight - Ergonomic backpack straps
Sternum / Chest Straps Sternum strap with whistle buckle
Hip Belt / Waist Strap Removable waist belt
Water Proof / Water Resistant Water repellant finish
Zippers Metal
Main Compartment Access Normal zipped access Normal top zip access with internal organisation
External Pockets 1 zipped front pocket and 2 side pockets 1 front pocket, smart sleeve,
Internal Compartments Laptop sleeve, tablet pocket, phone pocket, internal organization, power bank organization, cable pocket, mesh pocket
Side Pockets Side pockets can fit water bottle
Water Bottle Yes No
Handles Padded top handle Top grab handle
Loops and Attachments Webbing daisy chain
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Padded laptop compartment Padded; 15.6" laptop size
Tablet Sleeve Padded
Organizer Pocket Front pocket with internal organization Organization front pocket
Travel Features Luggage Straps / Trolley Sleeve Luggage back strap
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Rounded back panel Padded

You're currently comparing the Women's Surge Backpack by The North Face against the Karissa Biz 2.0 Backpacks by Samsonite .


The North Face 's Women's Surge Backpack is a Laptop backpack with Everyday features while Samsonite 's Karissa Biz 2.0 Backpacks is a Laptop backpack with Everyday features.

The The North Face Women's Surge Backpack has a capacity of 31L (liters), weighs 2.7 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 12 x 7 x 20. It's made of 600D Polyester and is available in 15+ colors and patterns in comparison the Samsonite Karissa Biz 2.0 Backpacks's capacity is 13.5L with a size of 11.61 x 4.33 x 16.14 inches. Constructed from 100% Recycled Polyester it weighs 2.55 pounds and is available in Black.