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.
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 |
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.
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