The main difference between the The North Face Womens Recon Backpack and the The North Face Borealis Laptop Tote Backpack is that the Womens Recon Backpack has Sternum / Chest Straps (Sternum strap with whistle buckle) while the Borealis Laptop Tote Backpack does not.
Specs | Brand | The North Face | The North Face |
Name | Womens Recon Backpack | Borealis Laptop Tote Backpack | |
Category | Womens | Womens | |
Sub Category | Laptop | Laptop | |
Capacity (L) | 30L | 22L | |
Dimensions (in) | 19.25 x 13 x 7 | 18.5 x 5.7 x 16.5 | |
Weight (lb) | 2 | 1.0 | |
Fabric | Polyester and Nylon | 210D Recycled Nylon Ripstop | |
Color | 30+ colors and patterns | 7 colors and patterns | |
Warranty | The North Face Lifetime Warranty | The North Face Lifetime Warranty | |
Rating | 4.7 | 4.6 | |
Price | Under $100 | Under $100 | |
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 | ||
Main Compartment Access | Normal zipped access | Top zipped access | |
External Pockets | 2 zipped front and 2 side pockets | 1 zipped front pocket | |
Side Pockets | Side pockets can fit water bottle | Side pockets can fit water bottle | |
Water Bottle | Yes | Yes | |
Handles | Padded top handle | ||
Loops and Attachments | Extendable front stash pocket with daisy chains and fleece-lined pocket for sunglasses, phone or keys | Side elastic cords | |
Convertible | Yes | ||
Business & School Features | Laptop Sleeve | Dedicated, highly protective laptop compartment | Laptop sleeve fits laptop up to 13" |
Tablet Sleeve | Padded tablet sleeve | Tablet sleeve | |
Organizer Pocket | Front utility pocket with organizer | ||
Travel Features | Compression Straps | External compression straps | |
Hiking / Backpacking Features | Back Panel | Padded mesh back and breathable lumbar panel | |
Reflective Safety Strips | 360-degree reflectivity |
The North Face 's Womens Recon Backpack is a Womens backpack with Laptop features while The North Face's Borealis Laptop Tote Backpack is a Womens backpack with Laptop features.
The The North Face Womens Recon Backpack has a capacity of 30L (liters), weighs 2 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 19.25 x 13 x 7. It's made of Polyester and Nylon and is available in 30+ colors and patterns in comparison the The North Face Borealis Laptop Tote Backpack's capacity is 22L with a size of 18.5 x 5.7 x 16.5 inches. Constructed from 210D Recycled Nylon Ripstop it weighs 1.0 pounds and is available in 7 colors and patterns.
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