The North Face Top Loader Daypack vs The North Face Borealis Backpack

The main difference between the The North Face Top Loader Daypack and the The North Face Borealis Backpack is that the Top Loader Daypack has Water Proof / Water Resistant (Water-repellent finish) while the Borealis Backpack does not.

The North Face Top Loader Daypack Front View
The North Face Borealis Backpack Front View
Specs Brand The North Face The North Face
Name Top Loader Daypack Borealis Backpack
Category Daypack Laptop
Sub Category Commuter School
Capacity (L) 16L 28L
Dimensions (in) 10.24 x 4.13 x 14.37 19.75 x 13.25 x 9.75
Weight (lb) 1.0 2
Fabric 600D Polyester 600D Polyester Toile, 500D Nylon Oxford Slub, 420D Nylon, 210D Cordura® Nylon Ripstop, Polyester Jacquard Camo
Color 2 colors and patterns 30+ colors and patterns
Warranty The North Face Lifetime Warranty The North Face Lifetime Warranty
Release Date May 16, 2019 December 11, 2013
Rating 4.4 4.8
Price Under $75 Under $100
General Features Shoulder Straps Padded shoulder straps Flexible yoke built from custom injection-molded shoulder straps
Sternum / Chest Straps Sternum strap with whistle buckle
Hip Belt / Waist Strap Removable waist belt
Water Proof / Water Resistant Water-repellent finish
Main Compartment Access Top loading access Normal zipped access
External Pockets Invisible top zipped pocket 1 zipped front pocket and 2 side pockets
Side Pockets Side pockets can fit water bottle
Water Bottle No Yes
Handles Top grab handle Padded top grab handle
Loops and Attachments Leather patch, bike-light loop Front elastic bungee system, fleece-lined pocket for sunglasses
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Laptop sleeve fits laptop up to 13" Dedicated, highly protective laptop compartment
Tablet Sleeve Padded tablet sleeve
Organizer Pocket Front utility pocket with organizer
Travel Features Carry-on Size Compliant Padded mesh back and breathable lumbar panel
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Padded back panel
Reflective Safety Strips 360-degree reflective accents

You're currently comparing the Top Loader Daypack by The North Face against the Borealis Backpack by The North Face .


The North Face 's Top Loader Daypack is a Daypack backpack with Commuter features while The North Face 's Borealis Backpack is a Laptop backpack with School features.

The The North Face Top Loader Daypack has a capacity of 16L (liters), weighs 1.0 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 10.24 x 4.13 x 14.37. It's made of 600D Polyester and is available in 2 colors and patterns in comparison the The North Face Borealis Backpack's capacity is 28L with a size of 19.75 x 13.25 x 9.75 inches. Constructed from 600D Polyester Toile, 500D Nylon Oxford Slub, 420D Nylon, 210D Cordura® Nylon Ripstop, Polyester Jacquard Camo it weighs 2 pounds and is available in 30+ colors and patterns .