The North Face BOREALIS vs JESTER Explained in 5 Minutes

[@Backpackies]

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[@heyitsdaniel69]

This is a really great explanation video. I work at North Face and I've had customers asking me about our products, especially the backpacks. Watching this video gave me a TON of information that I can use on the floor. Thank you very much!

[@Backpackies]

Wow! Thrilled that you found the video helpful, that's so great to hear!

[@lindevoskamp4948]

"It has a hydration hook up, so you can turn it into a hiking backpack" THANK you for showing that, because I have not seen that in any pictures/short video's yet and that is very useful info to have.

[@Backpackies]

Glad it was helpful! It's an underrated feature that really sets the Borealis apart from other laptop backpacks.

[@thenotoriousstg]

I like the Boralis, I just wish it was the size of the Jester. Looking for something for my personal item for traveling. Great review though!

[@Backpackies]

Thank you for watching the video! A smaller Borealis around the 15-20 liter range would be great. The North Face does offer the Borealis Mini but it’s tiny 😩

[@eluiziqx]

this video helped a lot as i am stuck between the JESTER and BOREALIS i will be getting the jester as i am i’ll be using it for school!!

[@deadnorwegianblue614]

I have both and I honestly prefer Jester. It’s more comfortable, looks better, better accessibility, more comfortable top handle. The only positive of Borealis for me is separate laptop compartment. Also when I put a wet umbrella in Borealis side pocket, it leaked into the main compartment, it didn’t happen with Jester.

[@Backpackies]

Thanks for sharing your experience with both bags. It’s good to know about the leaking issue with the Borealis' side pocket, and sorry to hear that happened to you. This is going to be helpful for anyone trying to decide between the two.

[@bluebunnydj6055]

Do you have the men’s or women’s version of the jester?

[@integrafreak1]

@@bluebunnydj6055yeah, what is the difference between the men’s and women’s

[@slaveofsampyung]

thank you for your review

[@slaveofsampyung]

your last sentence has made me buy jester. 🌂☔️

[@jackgoodman3397]

i've had the older model jester for 6 years now which has basically the same specs with a slightly different look. it got me through highschool years and college years. It has been across the country from Maine to Wyoming to Oregon to Alaska. I've brought it on trips to class and rough Alaskan hiking trips. I would recommend getting the jester for sheer lightweight versatility as it not only looks sleaker than the borealis but is also more versatile and lighter. If you are on the fence of which one to get I hope this sways you into making the right choice and choosing the jester. I wish you too will share many memories with your back and may it take you far along on your journey as it did with mine.

[@Backpackies]

Awesome insights, thank you so much for sharing your experience with the Jester!

[@Sohmore]

After watching this video I returned the Jester and purchased the Borealis. Thanks for the comparison video.

[@Backpackies]

Glad it was helpful!

[@CeeMKE]

Great comparison video, I’ve looked at both bags before but you offered info I wasn’t aware of. Thanks for sharing 👍🏽

[@Backpackies]

Glad it was helpful, thanks for taking the time to watch!

[@waffles4eva101]

Which did u end up getting?

[@RandomDrood]

Amazing video, very detailed and short, which makes it perfect. Thank you ❤

[@Backpackies]

Glad it was helpful!

[@librababe88]

This helped me soooo much😭 this is exactly what I needed as looking for!

[@Backpackies]

Glad to know it was helpful!

[@stephaniedegroff1821]

I picked the Borealis!! Exclusively for my tech perfect fit extra pockets compared to my kankin backpack

[@fsdfmsbcxx]

Thank you very much for these comparisons. That's exactly what people want to know. Subscribed.

[@Backpackies]

Glad you found it helpful. Thank you!

[@ffnrew]

Totally agree! I learned new things from this video!

[@leonwunderlichderfield1649]

Thank you soooo much!!! Very helpful in my search.

[@lilibethramirez2756]

i hate the borealis backpack. i used it for school and i don' usually bring much,just mt backpack and some notebooks that makes it not stand. it always falls, and one of the straps broke a few months in.

[@Backpackies]

Oh no, sorry to hear about your experience with the Borealis backpack 😩 Hopefully you found one that works for you

[@girlmamareviews]

I’m 5’4” and feel the Borealis women’s looks huuuuge on me! I ordered a Jester and a Borealis in black and plan to decide after checking them out side by side. I wish NF made a slightly smaller Borealis though.

[@Backpackies]

Good call with the Jester. North Face makes a Borealis Mini but it's tiny 😅

[@hudas.957]

Is the jester good for carrying a lot of school materials like notebooks and binders? Does the Jester feel heavy on the shoulders after putting stuff in it?

[@Backpackies]

The Jester weighs 1lb 10oz when empty (or 1lb 8oz for the women's Jester). How heavy it gets really depends on how much you pack it. The main compartment is large enough for multiple notebooks and binders so you should be fine there. Hope this helps!

[@dhuliram1404]

My jester from 2019 is a tank. Fell off an electric longboard @ 30mph saved my back and shoulders from a world of hurt. It’s nothing like this model tho so be cautious. Quality has gone down over the years and big brands aren’t what they use to be just a few short years ago.

[@jonhattanzepeda5635]

For traveling which one should I buy? Bringing my iPad, portable charger, water bottle, sunglasses and some food. I want to be comfortable on my trip. Thanks

[@Backpackies]

Either will do! You'll be able to pack more with the Borealis but if you are traveling by plane, the Jester is lighter and squishy so you'll be able to better stuff it underneath an airplane seat.

[@luxury-ry4ck]

I like design of TNF Borealis and it's quality however one major design flaw stops me from purchasing it. Two main compartments have cotton tape zipper pullers you still can attach a backpack lock to it. However it can be easily cut with scissors. Suppose that you are going on metro or bus on a busy overcrowded day, such cotton tape zipper pullers would be an easy target for a thieves, they could with out efforts cut those zip pullers and get access to your staff. The Jester, Surge have same problem. The TNF Hot Shot, Borealis Classic have conventional metal zipper pullers, you can easily attach a backpack lock. Cutting them requires more bigger tools and needs more time and of course it would increase attention from surrounding people. So thieves would just avoid such bag. But TNF Hot Shot, Borealis Classic is made with lower quality materials they looks quite cheap and misses FlexVent technology. I do not like their design. I would definitely would not feel relaxed with TNF Borealis when going on overcrowded days on metro or buses as with such insecure zipper pullers I would be an easy target for thieves. Very sad that TNF spoiled such great cool looking bag with such poorly made zipper pullers.

[@emiliopelaez607]

Absolutely awesome and detailed review; much appreciated!

[@Backpackies]

Glad it was helpful!

[@kevincowan2639]

I just bought a Borealis and I’m happy with my decision.

[@alexhenr]

Good video. I have two questions: 1. Would a 15.6" Laptop fit in the Jester backpack, for men? 2. What do you suggest for a person of smaller size such as 1.60m, the Jester or Borealis backpack? (Do I think the Jester backpack would be better?). Thank’s

[@Backpackies]

Hello! The laptop sleeve in the men's Jester measures 12.75'' x 11'' (32.4 cm x 27.9 cm). We recommend measuring your laptop to see if it can fit the dimensions. As for size, the Jester is smaller (less height from top to bottom) and might be the more comfortable of the two. Hope this helps!

[@Preppy.Ava.]

I fell like this whole video is hating on the Jester backpack when like actually compared to my lululemon back pack its grat quality and it can fit so much stuff.

[@Backpackies]

Compared to many Lululemon bags, the Jester is definitely a step-up lol

[@Labios_Rotos]

Easy win for the Jester. Better looking, lighter, more comfortable handle, cheaper.

[@Mujioak]

trying to decide which backpack i want for skl next yearrr

[@themillieharper44]

Bro saaammmeeee I can't decide

[@Mujioak]

@@themillieharper44 i think i want the borealis it fits more and i have many books

[@themillieharper44]

@@Mujioak Ended up getting the Borealis instead of the Jester and it's SO WORTH IT!! So much more space and will definitely last me a lonnnnnnggg time!

[@vvictoriavlogs]

@@themillieharper44 i am having the same decision problem about getting the jester or borealis i think i will get the borealis but do you have any regrets buying it instead of jester?

[@l7kubus706]

Is borealis much bigger than jester? Which one would be better for collage - taking tablet, laptop sometimes, water bottle and some note stuff? I have already use old tnf vault backpack and this is great, but it's times comes and i just wanted to buy another one, but it isn't already on sale :(

[@Backpackies]

Both would do well for college. The men's Borealis and Jester are about the same capacity. The women's Jester in 2023 is smaller.

[@hugolopez3216]

Which one did you end up choosing for college?

[@Jack-jw2vp]

bro,what's your end choice,i want jester but haven't decided

[@ft_ph]

I don’t like the Borealis having 3 main compartments. Better to simplify with 2.

[@israellaveaga1202]

Thanks! GREAT Review. Well done. Love the comparison. exatly what i was looking for.

[@slayleighdo]

ik im super late to commenting, but ive been going back n forth abt which backpack I should buy. I’m in hs (if that’s useful info) and want to have enough room. I don’t have all of my classes every single day, so I like the jester (esp the j. luxe colors) but some extra room with the borealis can’t hurt. if u see this, help me please! 😭🙏

[@ravenhill_of_midsummer_1968]

i have two jester backpacks now.

[@PanPamPanda]

Why are you hating on the jester?? Like the other one looks like an egg like it more masculine and the jester is more feminine and I just need a high school backpack not for a hiking trip

[@Backpackies]

The Jester will be fine for school 👍

[@nujrm]

would a 16" laptop fit in the women's borealis backpack? I'm really interested in getting the borealis but I'm not sure if my laptop will fit! I hope someone can help me on this

[@Aves-u2d]

I’m currently in high school and carry mid-heavy items. Do you recommend the borealis or jester for school? Love your video btw! ❤

[@Backpackies]

Either will be fine! But the Borealis has a waist belt and compression straps. Those extra features do help with weight distribution when the bag starts to get heavy.

[@andresacevedo2728]

Amazing review danke ❤

[@Backpackies]

Bitte 😃 Thanks for watching!

[@kiran4652]

Jester is what you need for a day or two day trip.. Be it a city trip or two days in the hills.. It costed me 150 AUD...at the north face store and they threw a camelbak bottle for free..

[@mariacamilagarciafernandez712]

Great great video, clear and to the point. Thank you 😊

[@strangeguy2087]

It would be nice a comparison between the ogio gambit and the renegade RSS. Great video

[@Backpackies]

That's a great idea, those two backpacks are classics

[@jcadag8789]

I'm choosing the Borealis or some other premium North Face back packs.

[@cheungp2]

I am glad that I picked the Borealis. The whole line is impressive

[@hardikvagadiya1054]

I have PU coated fabric for the school bag. I have coating line in the India

[@H.pylori]

This answered my questions. Thanks.

[@maciejflisak5249]

is 2023 or 2024 jester also made from poliester or nylon ? :/

[@Backpackies]

The 2023/24 Jesters are made with recycled nylon

[@juliettebloss]

Which one is better for school

[@Backpackies]

Both are great for school since they both fit big notebooks and binders inside just fine!

[@erinUnderwood2020]

So which bag is bigger the men borealis or women’s borealis bag (space wise)

[@pkslack09]

Mens

[@Backpackies]

The men's is slightly larger

[@Airbornealltheway88]

I got both. Wanna go to the water park or do you wanna go camping? I can take both. I just know how to use my gear.

[@wj9518]

Which one is better water resistance?

[@Backpackies]

Thank you for watching! Both backpacks have a DWR water repellent coating on the fabric, but neither have water resistant zippers or stitching, so they have about the same level of water resistance. They are okay in light rain for 10-15 minutes but could be trouble in wetter conditions. Unfortunately, this is the case for most North Face backpacks.

[@bellajonson3789]

Which one do you think is better for a school backpack? Bc I LOVE the color of the blue boreales but idk , help me please 😭

[@aavavavaa]

borealis all the way.. if you’re willing to spend the extra cash. it fits more, looks better, is more organizable, and is more sturdy.

[@daveramsay8115]

Great video!

[@Backpackies]

Thank you!

[@oliviaysu]

hi, I'm planning on buying the borealis, and I'm 5'1 would you think it will look too big on me?

[@Backpackies]

Hi! The women's Borealis will fit you just fine. Just make sure to snug up the shoulder straps so that the backpack lies higher up on your back, this allows the lumbar support on the back panel to hit where it's supposed to. If you're looking for a smaller bag in the same style, you might want to check out the women's 22L Jester. It has a shorter length, which might be perfect for you!

[@ytaxell9083]

Is this the men’s or women’s backpack?😊

[@SemJwzz]

I ordered the men’s borealis for school is that a good choice?

[@Backpackies]

It'll do great 👍

[@Asoomi01]

nice video helped alot thanks!

[@Backpackies]

Glad to hear it!

[@Eva-cg1bb]

Hi, can fit laptop with 15'5 in bolearis?

[@jcadag8789]

The vid is very helpful. Now it's clear that the Jester is a budget back pack , made from cheaper materials and has a lot of features missing that is important for me.

[@deftone4u]

How do you remove the waste belt?

[@Backpackies]

You can remove the waist belt strap through the buckle. It's a little tedious and a pain to put back on tbh

[@erikbryson7353]

Fantastic video!! Thank you!

[@shuangyin-r9y]

Can women's Borealis computer compartment hold a 16-inch laptop?

[@Backpackies]

It will fit most 15 inches laptops but not sure about 16 inches. The laptop compartment dimensions on the women's Borealis are 12.5'' x 11'' you can measure your laptop to see if it will fit.

[@i1sxbellaa]

it does

[@ashleycollado7540]

i sold my borealis…so uncomfortable and heavy

[@laurentb.2064]

Hello. Could you please compare Borealis versus Borealis Classic ? Thank you.

[@LutzkhiesArchives]

Can you cover the KAKA Travel Backpack

[@amite5512]

Can you fit a bicycle helmet in the bungee storage in any of them?

[@Backpackies]

Just tested both bungees with a mountain bike helmet. Technically, yes a helmet can fit but it's a tight fit and not very secure. 😩

[@amite5512]

@@Backpackies Thank you so much for checking! Appreciated

[@АлексейРоманов-р1р]

However, Borealis no longer has zippers from the YKK, but only from the SBS...

[@jellyfishedx]

this is the best backpack video I ever seen lol n

[@Jezus42]

Nevermind they are both 28l bags

[@Skywing452]

its crazy because i got a VAULT online from Macys back in 2020 for $45 and it came with YKK zips, chest strap whistle, a tablet pocket behind the zip in the admin compartment AND relatively tall water bottle side pockets. Lowkey this is the only Vault model I've ever considered becuse it had water bottle pockets unlike Vaults before this one. Now the new vaults don't even have YKK zippers. Theyre so bad, I would never consider it anymore smh and neither will I consider a jester as well

[@Skywing452]

they’re SBS zips on the vault not YKK mb lol

[@respejo15]

Borealis FTW!

[@edgartokman4898]

The Jester is nice one actuallly the ipad sleve is good enough

[@homeboy6243]

Is it water resistant?

[@Backpackies]

Both bags have water resistant fabrics but the zippers are not

[@Glytched356]

JESTER!

[@mikewhite7462]

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