The North Face Women's Surge Backpack vs Voltaic Systems Array Solar Backpack

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

The North Face Surge Backpack Front View
Voltaic Systems Array Solar Backpack Front View
Specs Brand The North Face Voltaic Systems
Name Women's Surge Backpack Array Solar Backpack
Category Laptop Laptop
Sub Category Everyday Everyday
Capacity (L) 31L 25L
Dimensions (in) 12 x 7 x 20 19 x 11 x 7
Weight (lb) 2.7 5.4
Fabric 600D Polyester Recycled PET Fabric
Color 15+ colors and patterns Black
Warranty The North Face Lifetime Warranty Voltaic Systems 2 Year Warranty
Release Date August 15, 2014 ‎December 12, 2011
Rating 4.7 4.3
Price Under $150 Under $250
General Features Shoulder Straps Articulated shoulder straps Breathable mesh shoulder straps
Sternum / Chest Straps Sternum strap with whistle buckle Sternum strap
Hip Belt / Waist Strap Removable waist belt
Water Proof / Water Resistant Water repellant finish
Main Compartment Access Normal zipped access Clamshell
External Pockets 1 zipped front pocket and 2 side pockets Back zipped pocket and 3 side pockets
Internal Compartments Large main storage compartment with many pockets
Side Pockets Side pockets can fit water bottle Side pockets can fit water bottle, tripod, and charger
Water Bottle Yes Yes
Handles Padded top handle Top grab handle
Loops and Attachments Webbing daisy chain 9W solar panel, tripod carry strap
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Padded laptop compartment Padded laptop sleeve fits up to 15"
Tablet Sleeve Tablet sleeve
Organizer Pocket Front pocket with internal organization
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Rounded back panel High density molded back section
Camera Features Compatibility Compatible with most DSLR cameras
Dividers Padded dividers
Tripod Storage Yes

You're currently comparing the Women's Surge Backpack by The North Face against the Array Solar Backpack by Voltaic Systems .


The North Face 's Women's Surge Backpack is a Laptop backpack with Everyday features while Voltaic Systems 's Array Solar 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 Voltaic Systems Array Solar Backpack's capacity is 25L with a size of 19 x 11 x 7 inches. Constructed from Recycled PET Fabric it weighs 5.4 pounds and is available in Black.