The North Face Womens Borealis 27L Backpack vs The North Face Groundwork Backpack

The main difference between the The North Face Womens Borealis 27L Backpack and the The North Face Groundwork Backpack is that the Womens Borealis 27L Backpack has Hip Belt / Waist Strap (Adjustable waist strap) while the Groundwork Backpack does not.

The North Face Womens Borealis 27L Backpack Side View
The North Face Groundwork Backpack Front View
Specs Brand The North Face The North Face
Name Womens Borealis 27L Backpack Groundwork Backpack
Category Womens Laptop
Sub Category Travel Everyday
Capacity (L) 27L
Dimensions (in) 19.37 x 15.79 x 3.11 21.3 x 15.51 x 3.54
Weight (lb) 2.3
Fabric 100% Polyester 600D Polyester
Color 3 Colors and patterns 2 colors and patterns
Warranty The North Face Lifetime Warranty The North Face Lifetime Warranty
Rating 5.0
Price Under $125 Under $200
General Features Shoulder Straps FlexVent suspension system with padded mesh back panel and shoulder straps Padded shoulder straps
Sternum / Chest Straps Adjustable sternum strap Sternum strap with whistle buckle
Hip Belt / Waist Strap Adjustable waist strap
Main Compartment 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 grab handle Top grab handle
Loops and Attachments Front elastic bungee system Elastic cord
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Padded laptop sleeve that fits up to 15" Laptop sleeve fits laptop up to 15"
Tablet Sleeve Padded tablet sleeve
Organizer Pocket Front utility pocket with organizer
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Padded mesh back panel
Reflective Safety Strips 360-degree reflectivity

You're currently comparing the Womens Borealis 27L Backpack by The North Face against the Groundwork Backpack by The North Face.


The North Face's Womens Borealis 27L Backpack is a Womens backpack with Travel features while The North Face's Groundwork Backpack is a Laptop backpack with Everyday features.

The The North Face Womens Borealis 27L Backpack has a capacity of 27L (liters), weighs 2.3 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 19.37 x 15.79 x 3.11. It's made of 100% Polyester and is available in 3 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.