The North Face Women's Surge Backpack vs Samsonite Mobile Solution Classic Backpack

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

The North Face Surge Backpack Front View
Samsonite Mobile Solution Classic Backpack Front View
Specs Brand The North Face Samsonite
Name Women's Surge Backpack Mobile Solution Classic Backpack
Category Laptop Laptop
Sub Category Everyday Everyday
Capacity (L) 31L
Dimensions (in) 12 x 7 x 20 17.3 x 13.5 x 7.6
Weight (lb) 2.7 17.3 x 13.5 x 7.6
Fabric 600D Polyester Nylon
Color 15+ colors and patterns 2 colors and patterns
Warranty The North Face Lifetime Warranty Samsonite Limited 3 Year Global Warranty
Release Date August 15, 2014
Rating 4.7 4.2
Price Under $150 Under $125
General Features Shoulder Straps Articulated shoulder straps Padded shoulder straps
Sternum / Chest Straps Sternum strap with whistle buckle
Hip Belt / Waist Strap Removable waist belt
Water Proof / Water Resistant Water repellant finish Water resistant coating
Zippers Gold tone zippers
Main Compartment Access Normal zipped access Normal zipped access
External Pockets 1 zipped front pocket and 2 side pockets 1 zipped front pocket and 1 side pocket
Internal Compartments Interior organization panel
Side Pockets Side pockets can fit water bottle Side pocket can fit water bottle
Water Bottle Yes Yes
Handles Padded top handle Top grab handle
Loops and Attachments Webbing daisy chain
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Padded laptop compartment Padded laptop sleeve fits up to 14.1”
Tablet Sleeve Padded tablet pocket
Organizer Pocket Front pocket with internal organization Front organizer pocket
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Rounded back panel

You're currently comparing the Women's Surge Backpack by The North Face against the Mobile Solution Classic Backpack by Samsonite.


The North Face 's Women's Surge Backpack is a Laptop backpack with Everyday features while Samsonite's Mobile Solution Classic Backpack 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 Mobile Solution Classic Backpack's capacity is with a size of 17.3 x 13.5 x 7.6 inches. Constructed from Nylon it weighs 17.3 x 13.5 x 7.6 pounds and is available in 2 colors and patterns.