Gregory Mountain Nano 20 Backpack vs The North Face Hydra 26L Backpack

The main difference between the Gregory Mountain Nano 20 Backpack and the The North Face Hydra 26L Backpack is that the Nano 20 Backpack has Tablet Sleeve (Tablet sleeve fits up to 10”) while the Hydra 26L Backpack does not.

Gregory Mountain Products Nano 20 Everyday Outdoor Backpack 1st Front View
The North Face Hydra 26L Backpack - Front View
Specs Brand Gregory Mountain The North Face
Name Nano 20 Backpack Hydra 26L Backpack
Category Backpacking Hiking
Sub Category Hiking Backpacking
Capacity (L) 20L 26L
Dimensions (in) 19.2 x 1.7 x 1 24 x 15 x 5
Weight (lb) 1.5 2
Fabric Nylon 70D IronLite nylon with non-PFC durable water-repellent (non-PFC DWR) finish.
Color Obsidian Black Goblin Blue/Beta Blue
Warranty The Gregory Limited Lifetime Warranty Lifetime
Rating 4.0 1
Price Under $75 Under $150
General Features Shoulder Straps Air mesh padded shoulder straps J shape - adjustable padded strap
Sternum / Chest Straps Sternum strap Adjustable chest strap
Hip Belt / Waist Strap Removable hip belt Adjustable waist strap
Zippers Nylon zipper with string pulls
Main Compartment Access Normal zipped access Normal top two way zip access
External Pockets 1 zipped front pocket and 2 side pockets 2 stretch side pockets, beaver-tail pocket, hydration sleeve and 2 tool keepers
Side Pockets Side pockets can fit water bottle and other accessories 2 slip-in side pockets
Water Bottle Yes Yes
Handles Top grab handle Top grab handle
Lightweight Lightweight
Business & School Features Tablet Sleeve Tablet sleeve fits up to 10”
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Breathable back panel FlashDry back panel
Hydration Features Hydration Compatible Yes Integrated hydration sleeve

You're currently comparing the Nano 20 Backpack by Gregory Mountain against the Hydra 26L Backpack by The North Face.


Gregory Mountain 's Nano 20 Backpack is a Backpacking backpack with Hiking features while The North Face's Hydra 26L Backpack is a Hiking backpack with Backpacking features.

The Gregory Mountain Nano 20 Backpack has a capacity of 20L (liters), weighs 1.5 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 19.2 x 1.7 x 1. It's made of Nylon and is available in Obsidian Black in comparison the The North Face Hydra 26L Backpack's capacity is 26L with a size of 24 x 15 x 5 inches. Constructed from 70D IronLite nylon with non-PFC durable water-repellent (non-PFC DWR) finish. it weighs 2 pounds and is available in Goblin Blue/Beta Blue.