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

The main difference between the The North Face Women's Surge Backpack and the Voltaic Systems Solar Converter Backpack is that the Women's Surge Backpack has Sternum / Chest Straps (Sternum strap with whistle buckle) while the Solar Converter Backpack does not.

The North Face Surge Backpack Front View
Voltaic Systems Solar Converter Backpack Front View
Specs Brand The North Face Voltaic Systems
Name Women's Surge Backpack Solar Converter Backpack
Category Laptop Laptop
Sub Category Everyday Everyday
Capacity (L) 31L 20L
Dimensions (in) 12 x 7 x 20 12 x 18 x 6
Weight (lb) 2.7 2.4
Fabric 600D Polyester Recycled PET Fabric
Color 15+ colors and patterns Matte Black
Warranty The North Face Lifetime Warranty Voltaic Systems 2 Year Warranty
Release Date August 15, 2014 August 21, 2013
Rating 4.7 4.1
Price Under $150 Under $125
General Features Shoulder Straps Articulated shoulder straps Breathable mesh shoulder straps
Sternum / Chest Straps Sternum strap with whistle buckle
Hip Belt / Waist Strap Removable waist belt
Water Proof / Water Resistant Water repellant finish Waterproof and UV resistant material
Main Compartment Access Normal zipped access Normal zipped access
External Pockets 1 zipped front pocket and 2 side pockets 2 side pockets and back zipped pocket
Internal Compartments 2 interior pockets
Side Pockets Side pockets can fit water bottle Side pockets can fit water bottle and charger
Water Bottle Yes Yes
Handles Padded top handle Top grab handle
Loops and Attachments Webbing daisy chain 5.5W at 6 volts solar panel, USB battery pack
Lightweight Yes
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

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


The North Face 's Women's Surge Backpack is a Laptop backpack with Everyday features while Voltaic Systems 's Solar Converter 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 Solar Converter Backpack's capacity is 20L with a size of 12 x 18 x 6 inches. Constructed from Recycled PET Fabric it weighs 2.4 pounds and is available in Matte Black.