Element Strain Backpack vs The North Face Recon Backpack
The main difference between the Element Strain Backpack and the The North Face Recon Backpack is that the Strain Backpack has Main Compartment Access (Easy access zippered side entry.) while the Recon Backpack does not.
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| Specs | Brand | Element | The North Face |
| Name | Strain Backpack | Recon Backpack | |
| Category | Laptop | School | |
| Sub Category | School | Laptop | |
| Capacity (L) | 27L | 30L | |
| Dimensions (in) | 20 x 15 x 6 | 6 x 6 x 2 | |
| Weight (lb) | 2 | 2 | |
| Fabric | DWR recycled cotton canvas PU2 backing | 210D recycled nylon ripstop with non-PFC durable water-repellent (non-PFC DWR) finish | |
| Color | Off Black | Cone Orange/Tnf Black | |
| Release Date | July 29, 2022 | ||
| Rating | 4.8 | ||
| Price | Under $100 | Under $150 | |
| General Features | Shoulder Straps | Ergonomic padded straps with 3D air mesh backing | J shape - adjustable articulated shoulder straps |
| Sternum / Chest Straps | Sternum strap with a whistle buckle | ||
| Hip Belt / Waist Strap | Removable waist belt | ||
| Zippers | Nylon zipper with U-pull zippers are easy to grab | ||
| Main Compartment Access | Easy access zippered side entry. | ||
| External Pockets | 1 front zippered drop pocket | Fleece-lined pocket for sunglasses, phone or keys. Two durable, external water bottle pockets can easily double as multi-use pockets with quick-draw smartphone access on one side. Two side compression webbing straps. Bottom compression. Webbing daisy chain offers lash points, stretch-mesh pocket, | |
| Internal Compartments | 1 internal slots organizer | Protective dedicated laptop compartment, Front compartment has internal organization with secure-zip pockets and a padded tablet sleeve | |
| Water Bottle | Yes | ||
| Handles | Comfortable, padded top grab handle | ||
| Business & School Features | Laptop Sleeve | 1 padded laptop sleeve 13" to 15" | |
| Travel Features | Base / Bottom | Reinforced ripstop bottom base | |
| Hiking / Backpacking Features | Back Panel | Paded back panel | |
| Other Features | Other Features | Women-specific version available | |
You're currently comparing the Strain Backpack by Element against the Recon Backpack by The North Face.
Element's Strain Backpack is a Laptop backpack with School features while The North Face's Recon Backpack is a School backpack with Laptop features.
The Element Strain Backpack has a capacity of 27L (liters), weighs 2 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 20 x 15 x 6. It's made of DWR recycled cotton canvas PU2 backing and is available in Off Black in comparison the The North Face Recon Backpack's capacity is 30L with a size of 6 x 6 x 2 inches. Constructed from 210D recycled nylon ripstop with non-PFC durable water-repellent (non-PFC DWR) finish it weighs 2 pounds and is available in Cone Orange/Tnf Black.
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