Columbia Meridian II Daypack Laptop PFG Backpack vs The North Face Cryptic Backpack

The main difference between the Columbia Meridian II Daypack Laptop PFG Backpack and the The North Face Cryptic Backpack is that the Meridian II Daypack Laptop PFG Backpack has Hip Belt / Waist Strap (Buckle waist strap) while the Cryptic Backpack does not.

Columbia Meridian II Daypack Laptop PFG Backpack Front View
The North Face Cryptic Backpack Front View
Specs Brand Columbia The North Face
Name Meridian II Daypack Laptop PFG Backpack Cryptic Backpack
Category Laptop Daypack
Sub Category Daypack Laptop
Capacity (L) 27L 29L
Dimensions (in) ‎19.8 x 15.12 x 2.99 13 x 19 x 6
Weight (lb) 2.2 2.0
Fabric 100% Polyester 600D Polyester
Color Night Tide 8 colors and patterns
Warranty Columbia Limited Lifetime Warranty The North Face Lifetime Warranty
Release Date ‎January 7, 2020 April 16, 2021
Rating 4.5 4.8
Price Under $100 Under $100
General Features Shoulder Straps Air mesh padded contoured techlite straps FlexVent™ custom molded shoulder straps
Sternum / Chest Straps Sternum strap Sternum strap with whistle buckle
Hip Belt / Waist Strap Buckle waist strap
Water Proof / Water Resistant Water repellant finish
Main Compartment Access Normal zipped access Normal zipped access
External Pockets 1 front zipped pocket and 2 side pocket 1 zipped front pocket and 2 side pockets
Internal Compartments Organizational panel
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 Elastic cord Front elastic bungee system
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Laptop sleeve fits laptop up to 15" Padded laptop compartment
Organizer Pocket Front organizer pocket
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Comfortable padded mesh back panel and breathable lumbar panel
Hydration Features Hydration Compatible Yes

You're currently comparing the Meridian II Daypack Laptop PFG Backpack by Columbia against the Cryptic Backpack by The North Face .


Columbia 's Meridian II Daypack Laptop PFG Backpack is a Laptop backpack with Daypack features while The North Face 's Cryptic Backpack is a Daypack backpack with Laptop features.

The Columbia Meridian II Daypack Laptop PFG Backpack has a capacity of 27L (liters), weighs 2.2 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are ‎19.8 x 15.12 x 2.99 . It's made of 100% Polyester and is available in Night Tide in comparison the The North Face Cryptic Backpack's capacity is 29L with a size of 13 x 19 x 6 inches. Constructed from 600D Polyester it weighs 2.0 pounds and is available in 8 colors and patterns.