The North Face Women's Surge Backpack vs The North Face Groundwork Backpack

The main difference between the The North Face Women's Surge Backpack and the The North Face Groundwork Backpack is that the Women's Surge Backpack has Hip Belt / Waist Strap (Removable waist belt) while the Groundwork Backpack does not.

The North Face Surge Backpack Front View
The North Face Groundwork Backpack Front View
Specs Brand The North Face The North Face
Name Women's Surge Backpack Groundwork Backpack
Category Laptop Laptop
Sub Category Everyday Everyday
Capacity (L) 31L
Dimensions (in) 12 x 7 x 20 21.3 x 15.51 x 3.54
Weight (lb) 2.7
Fabric 600D Polyester 600D Polyester
Color 15+ colors and patterns 2 colors and patterns
Warranty The North Face Lifetime Warranty The North Face Lifetime Warranty
Release Date August 15, 2014
Rating 4.7 5.0
Price Under $150 Under $200
General Features Shoulder Straps Articulated shoulder straps Padded shoulder straps
Sternum / Chest Straps Sternum strap with whistle buckle 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 1 front zipped pocket and 2 side pockets
Side Pockets Side pockets can fit water bottle Side pockets can fit water bottle
Water Bottle Yes Yes
Handles Padded top handle Top grab handle
Loops and Attachments Webbing daisy chain Elastic cord
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Padded laptop compartment Laptop sleeve fits laptop up to 15"
Organizer Pocket Front pocket with internal organization
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Rounded back panel Padded mesh back panel

You're currently comparing the Women's Surge Backpack by The North Face against the Groundwork Backpack by The North Face.


The North Face 's Women's Surge Backpack is a Laptop backpack with Everyday features while The North Face's Groundwork 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 The North Face Groundwork Backpack's capacity is with a size of 21.3 x 15.51 x 3.54 inches. Constructed from 600D Polyester it weighs pounds and is available in 2 colors and patterns.