Incase ICON Lite Backpack II vs The North Face Chimera 24L Backpack

The main difference between the Incase ICON Lite Backpack II and the The North Face Chimera 24L Backpack is that the ICON Lite Backpack II has Laptop Sleeve (Padded; 16" Laptop) while the Chimera 24L Backpack does not.

Incase ICON Lite Backpack II - Front View
The North Face Chimera 24L Backpack - Front View
Specs Brand Incase The North Face
Name ICON Lite Backpack II Chimera 24L Backpack
Category Laptop Hiking
Sub Category Work Backpacking
Capacity (L) 17L 24L
Dimensions (in) 19.6 x 12.33 x 5.1 23 x 13 x 4
Weight (lb) 1lb 5oz
Fabric 840D nylon 70D IronLite nylon, non-PFC DWR finish
Color Black Banff Blue/Aviator Navy
Warranty Lifetime
Rating 3.7
Price Under $120 Under $100
General Features Shoulder Straps J shape - adjustable padded strap Straight - adjustable padded strap
Sternum / Chest Straps Adjustable sternum strap
Hip Belt / Waist Strap Adjustable waist belt
Water Proof / Water Resistant Water-resistant
Zippers Nylon zipper with webbing pulls Nylon zipper with string pulls
Main Compartment Access Normal top two way zip access Normal top two way zip access
External Pockets 2 external pockets Side pockets, front stash pocket, 4 harness pockets
Internal Compartments Laptop sleeve Main and secondary compartments
Side Pockets 2 slip-in side pockets
Water Bottle Yes
Handles Top grab handle Top grab handle
Lightweight Lightweight
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Padded; 16" Laptop
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Padded FlashDry back panel
Hydration Features Hydration Compatible Built-in hydration sleeve

You're currently comparing the ICON Lite Backpack II by Incase against the Chimera 24L Backpack by The North Face.


Incase 's ICON Lite Backpack II is a Laptop backpack with Work features while The North Face's Chimera 24L Backpack is a Hiking backpack with Backpacking features.

The Incase ICON Lite Backpack II has a capacity of 17L (liters), weighs pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 19.6 x 12.33 x 5.1. It's made of 840D nylon and is available in Black in comparison the The North Face Chimera 24L Backpack's capacity is 24L with a size of 23 x 13 x 4 inches. Constructed from 70D IronLite nylon, non-PFC DWR finish it weighs 1lb 5oz pounds and is available in Banff Blue/Aviator Navy.