The North Face Women's Surge Backpack vs Samsonite Tectonic Lifestyle Sweetwater Business Backpack

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

The North Face Surge Backpack Front View
Samsonite Tectonic Lifestyle Sweetwater Business Backpack Front View
Specs Brand The North Face Samsonite
Name Women's Surge Backpack Tectonic Lifestyle Sweetwater Business Backpack
Category Laptop Laptop
Sub Category Everyday Everyday
Capacity (L) 31L
Dimensions (in) 12 x 7 x 20 8.25 x 12.6 x 18.1
Weight (lb) 2.7 3.1
Fabric 600D Polyester 100% Polyester
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 4.7
Price Under $150 Under $150
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
Main Compartment Access Normal zipped access Normal zipped access
External Pockets 1 zipped front pocket and 2 side pockets 3 zipped front and 3 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 other accessories
Water Bottle Yes Yes
Handles Padded top handle Padded top grab handle
Loops and Attachments Webbing daisy chain
USB Charger Built-in USB charger
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Padded laptop compartment Padded laptop compartment fits up to 17"
Tablet Sleeve Tablet pocket
Organizer Pocket Front pocket with internal organization Front organizer pocket
Travel Features Luggage Straps / Trolley Sleeve SmartSleeveā„¢
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Rounded back panel Padded airmesh panels on back

You're currently comparing the Women's Surge Backpack by The North Face against the Tectonic Lifestyle Sweetwater Business Backpack by Samsonite .


The North Face 's Women's Surge Backpack is a Laptop backpack with Everyday features while Samsonite 's Tectonic Lifestyle Sweetwater Business 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 Tectonic Lifestyle Sweetwater Business Backpack's capacity is with a size of 8.25 x 12.6 x 18.1 inches. Constructed from 100% Polyester it weighs 3.1 pounds and is available in 2 colors and patterns.