The main difference between the The North Face Womens Borealis Backpack and the Vera Bradley Grand Backpack is that the Womens Borealis Backpack has Sternum / Chest Straps (Sternum strap with whistle buckle) while the Grand Backpack does not.
Specs | Brand | The North Face | Vera Bradley |
Name | Womens Borealis Backpack | Grand Backpack | |
Category | Womens | Womens | |
Sub Category | Everyday | Everyday | |
Capacity (L) | 27L | 25L | |
Dimensions (in) | 19.75 x 13.25 x 9.75 | 12.75 x 18 x 8 | |
Weight (lb) | 2 | 1.8 | |
Fabric | 600D Polyester Toile, 500D Nylon Oxford Slub, 420D Nylon, 210D Cordura® Nylon Ripstop, Polyester Jacquard Camo | ReActive | |
Color | 30+ colors and patterns | 20+ colors and patterns | |
Warranty | The North Face Lifetime Warranty | Vera Bradley Warranty | |
Rating | 4.8 | 4.8 | |
Price | Under $100 | Under $115 | |
General Features | Shoulder Straps | Women-specific contoured shoulder straps | Adjustable shoulder straps |
Sternum / Chest Straps | Sternum strap with whistle buckle | ||
Hip Belt / Waist Strap | Removable waist belt | ||
Water Proof / Water Resistant | Water repellent material | ||
Main Compartment Access | Normal zipped access | Normal zipped access | |
External Pockets | 1 zipped front pocket and 2 side pockets | 1 zipped front pocket, 1 zipped back pocket, and 2 side pockets | |
Internal Compartments | 2 zipped pockets, 2 slip pockets, and pen 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 | ||
Lightweight | Yes | ||
Business & School Features | Laptop Sleeve | Highly protective 15" laptop compartment | Padded laptop compartment fits 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 |
The North Face 's Womens Borealis Backpack is a Womens backpack with Everyday features while Vera Bradley 's Grand Backpack is a Womens 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 Vera Bradley Grand Backpack's capacity is 25L with a size of 12.75 x 18 x 8 inches. Constructed from ReActive it weighs 1.8 pounds and is available in 20+ colors and patterns.
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