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.
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 |
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.
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