The North Face Women's Terra 55 Backpacking Backpack vs The North Face Women's Surge Backpack

The main difference between the The North Face Women's Terra 55 Backpacking Backpack and the The North Face Women's Surge Backpack is that the Women's Terra 55 Backpacking Backpack has Compression Straps (External compression straps) while the Women's Surge Backpack does not.

The North Face Women's Terra 55 Backpacking Backpack Front View
The North Face Surge Backpack Front View
Specs Brand The North Face The North Face
Name Women's Terra 55 Backpacking Backpack Women's Surge Backpack
Category Backpacking Laptop
Sub Category Womens Everyday
Capacity (L) 55L 31L
Dimensions (in) 22.4 x 13.4 x 10.2 12 x 7 x 20
Weight (lb) 3.1 2.7
Fabric 210D Nylon with Non-PFC DWR Finish 600D Polyester
Color 3 colors and patterns 15+ colors and patterns
Warranty The North Face Lifetime Warranty The North Face Lifetime Warranty
Release Date November 19, 2020 August 15, 2014
Rating 4.9 4.7
Price Under $175 Under $150
General Features Shoulder Straps Proprietary OPTIFITâ„¢ suspension system Articulated shoulder straps
Sternum / Chest Straps Sternum strap with whistle buckle Sternum strap with whistle buckle
Hip Belt / Waist Strap Molded hipbelt Removable waist belt
Water Proof / Water Resistant Water resistant material Water repellant finish
Main Compartment Access Full J-zip access Normal zipped access
External Pockets 1 zipped front pocket and 2 side pockets 1 zipped front pocket and 2 side pockets
Side Pockets Side pockets can fit water bottle Side pockets can fit water bottle
Water Bottle Yes Yes
Handles Top grab handle Padded top handle
Loops and Attachments Gear loops Webbing daisy chain
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Padded laptop compartment
Organizer Pocket Front pocket with internal organization
Travel Features Compression Straps External compression straps
Rear Loading Straps Yes
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Cushy foam and breathable mesh back panel Rounded back panel
Load Lifters Yes
Internal / External Frame External frame
Top / Floating Lid Yes
Hydration Features Hydration Compatible Yes

You're currently comparing the Women's Terra 55 Backpacking Backpack by The North Face against the Women's Surge Backpack by The North Face .


The North Face 's Women's Terra 55 Backpacking Backpack is a Backpacking backpack with Womens features while The North Face 's Women's Surge Backpack is a Laptop backpack with Everyday features.

The The North Face Women's Terra 55 Backpacking Backpack has a capacity of 55L (liters), weighs 3.1 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 22.4 x 13.4 x 10.2. It's made of 210D Nylon with Non-PFC DWR Finish and is available in 3 colors and patterns in comparison the The North Face Women's Surge Backpack's capacity is 31L with a size of 12 x 7 x 20 inches. Constructed from 600D Polyester it weighs 2.7 pounds and is available in 15+ colors and patterns.