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

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

The North Face Womens Borealis Backpack Front View
The North Face Groundwork Backpack Front View
Specs Brand The North Face The North Face
Name Womens Borealis Backpack Groundwork Backpack
Category Womens Laptop
Sub Category Everyday Everyday
Capacity (L) 27L
Dimensions (in) 19.75 x 13.25 x 9.75 21.3 x 15.51 x 3.54
Weight (lb) 2
Fabric 600D Polyester Toile, 500D Nylon Oxford Slub, 420D Nylon, 210D Cordura® Nylon Ripstop, Polyester Jacquard Camo 600D Polyester
Color 30+ colors and patterns 2 colors and patterns
Warranty The North Face Lifetime Warranty The North Face Lifetime Warranty
Rating 4.8 5.0
Price Under $100 Under $200
General Features Shoulder Straps Women-specific contoured shoulder straps Padded shoulder straps
Sternum / Chest Straps Sternum strap with whistle buckle Sternum strap with whistle buckle
Hip Belt / Waist Strap Removable waist belt
Main Compartment Access Normal zipped 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, fleece-lined pocket for sunglasses Elastic cord
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Highly protective 15" laptop compartment Laptop sleeve fits laptop up to 15"
Tablet Sleeve Padded tablet sleeve
Organizer Pocket Front utility pocket with organizer
Travel Features Compression Straps External side compression straps
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Padded mesh back and breathable lumbar panel Padded mesh back panel

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


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

The The North Face Womens Borealis Backpack has a capacity of 27L (liters), weighs 2 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 19.75 x 13.25 x 9.75. It's made of 600D Polyester Toile, 500D Nylon Oxford Slub, 420D Nylon, 210D Cordura® Nylon Ripstop, Polyester Jacquard Camo and is available in 30+ 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.