Patagonia Disperser Roll-Top Pack 40L Backpack vs The North Face Hydra 26L Backpack

The main difference between the Patagonia Disperser Roll-Top Pack 40L Backpack and the The North Face Hydra 26L Backpack is that the Disperser Roll-Top Pack 40L Backpack has Internal Compartments (Internal organizer pockets) while the Hydra 26L Backpack does not.

Patagonia Disperser Roll-Top Pack 40L Backpack - Front View
The North Face Hydra 26L Backpack - Front View
Specs Brand Patagonia The North Face
Name Disperser Roll-Top Pack 40L Backpack Hydra 26L Backpack
Category Backpacking Hiking
Sub Category Hiking Backpacking
Capacity (L) 40L 26L
Dimensions (in) 14 x 9 x 20.5 24 x 15 x 5
Weight (lb) 2.57 2
Fabric Sturdy 100% recycled nylon 70D IronLite nylon with non-PFC durable water-repellent (non-PFC DWR) finish.
Color Pigeon Blue Goblin Blue/Beta Blue
Warranty Lifetime
Rating 1
Price Under $250 Under $150
General Features Shoulder Straps Straight - Hydrophobic adjustable padded strap J shape - adjustable padded strap
Sternum / Chest Straps Adjustable chest strap Adjustable chest strap
Hip Belt / Waist Strap Adjustable waist strap Adjustable waist strap
Zippers Nylon zipper with string pulls Nylon zipper with string pulls
Main Compartment Access Rolltop opening Normal top two way zip access
External Pockets 2 stretch side pockets, beaver-tail pocket, hydration sleeve and 2 tool keepers
Internal Compartments Internal organizer pockets
Side Pockets 2 slip-in side pockets
Water Bottle Yes
Handles Top grab handle Top grab handle
Lightweight Lightweight
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Hydrophobic back panel FlashDry back panel
Hydration Features Hydration Compatible Integrated hydration sleeve

You're currently comparing the Disperser Roll-Top Pack 40L Backpack by Patagonia against the Hydra 26L Backpack by The North Face.


Patagonia's Disperser Roll-Top Pack 40L Backpack is a Backpacking backpack with Hiking features while The North Face's Hydra 26L Backpack is a Hiking backpack with Backpacking features.

The Patagonia Disperser Roll-Top Pack 40L Backpack has a capacity of 40L (liters), weighs 2.57 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 14 x 9 x 20.5. It's made of Sturdy 100% recycled nylon and is available in Pigeon Blue 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.