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.
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 |
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.
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