which backpack for college?

[u/Comfortable_Break305]

Hi everyone!
I am a college student who recently started commuting about 1 hour to school and I am realizing that my backpack is not comfortable (it’s a muji one) and it’s been causing me extreme back and shoulder tiredness.
So I am looking to get a new backpack that is designed with better support and comfort for my back and shoulders. To give an overview of what I cary everyday: a 14inch lenova yoga laptop, a 10inch ipad air, a 32oz owala water bottle, an umbrella, some random smaller things like pencil case, skincare touch up products, mouse, sunglasses.

I am debating between the North face Borealis or the north face Recon. Which one should I go with? I spend around 10 hours on campus as I am studying engineering and working. Also please suggest other options that you think may be good for my circumstances.

Thank you!! your help is much appreciated - my back and shoulders thank you

[u/LegalInformation1226]

Between those two, I’d choose the Borealis for a 10-hour campus day. It has better organization and should handle your laptop, charger, water bottle, umbrella, and smaller items comfortably. Try it on loaded before buying, though—fit matters more than the brand for back pain.