The main difference between the Columbia Unisex Hawthorne 32L Backpack and the The North Face Cryptic Backpack is that the Unisex Hawthorne 32L Backpack has Hip Belt / Waist Strap (Removable hip belt) while the Cryptic Backpack does not.
Specs | Brand | Columbia | The North Face |
Name | Unisex Hawthorne 32L Backpack | Cryptic Backpack | |
Category | Laptop | Daypack | |
Sub Category | Daypack | Laptop | |
Capacity (L) | 32L | 29L | |
Dimensions (in) | 17.2 x 12.68 x 7.99 | 13 x 19 x 6 | |
Weight (lb) | 2.38 | 2.0 | |
Fabric | 100% Nylon | 600D Polyester | |
Color | 3 Colors and patterns | 8 colors and patterns | |
Warranty | Columbia Limited Lifetime Warranty | The North Face Lifetime Warranty | |
Release Date | April 16, 2021 | ||
Rating | 5.0 | 4.8 | |
Price | Under $125 | Under $100 | |
General Features | Shoulder Straps | Techlite adjustable shoulder straps | FlexVent™ custom molded shoulder straps |
Sternum / Chest Straps | Adjustable sternum strap with rescue whistle | Sternum strap with whistle buckle | |
Hip Belt / Waist Strap | Removable hip belt | ||
Water Proof / Water Resistant | Water repellant finish | ||
Zippers | Reflective zipper pulls | ||
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 haul handle | Padded top handle | |
Loops and Attachments | Front elastic bungee system | ||
Business & School Features | Laptop Sleeve | Laptop sleeve fits laptop up to 15" | Padded laptop compartment |
Tablet Sleeve | Fleece lined tablet sleeve | ||
Hiking / Backpacking Features | Back Panel | Breathable airmesh backpanel | Comfortable padded mesh back panel and breathable lumbar panel |
Columbia 's Unisex Hawthorne 32L Backpack is a Laptop backpack with Daypack features while The North Face 's Cryptic Backpack is a Daypack backpack with Laptop features.
The Columbia Unisex Hawthorne 32L Backpack has a capacity of 32L (liters), weighs 2.38 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 17.2 x 12.68 x 7.99. It's made of 100% Nylon and is available in 3 Colors and patterns 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.
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