The main difference between the The North Face Banchee 50 Backpack and the Loowoko 50L Hiking Backpack is that the Banchee 50 Backpack has Zippers (Nylon zipper with string pulls) while the 50L Hiking Backpack does not.
Specs | Brand | The North Face | Loowoko |
Name | Banchee 50 Backpack | 50L Hiking Backpack | |
Category | Backpacking | Hiking | |
Sub Category | Hiking | Backpacking | |
Capacity (L) | S/M - 46L / L/XL - 49L | 50L | |
Dimensions (in) | S/M - 13.8 x 12.2 x 25.6 / L/XL - 13.8 x 12.2 x 27.6 | 25.6 x 13.8 x 9.8 | |
Weight (lb) | S/M - 3 lbs 6.3 oz / L/XL - 3 lbs 9.1 oz | 2.6 | |
Fabric | 70D IronLite™ nylon with non-PFC durable water-repellent (non-PFC DWR) finish | Nylon | |
Color | Tnf Black/Aviator Navy | 5 colors and patterns | |
Warranty | Loowoko 90-Day Warranty | ||
Release Date | July 31, 2015 | ||
Rating | 4.6 | ||
Price | Under $300 | Under $75 | |
General Features | Shoulder Straps | Straight - adjustable padded strap | Breathable mesh shoulder straps |
Sternum / Chest Straps | Sternum strap with a whistle buckle | Chest strap with whistle buckle | |
Hip Belt / Waist Strap | Padded waist strap with pockets | ||
Water Proof / Water Resistant | Waterproof material | ||
Zippers | Nylon zipper with string pulls | ||
Main Compartment Access | Flap with buckle | Top loading access | |
External Pockets | 8+ pockets, Two tool keepers, Beaver-tail pocket | 2 zipped front pockets and 2 side pockets | |
Side Pockets | Two stretch side pockets | Side pockets can fit water bottles | |
Water Bottle | Yes | Yes | |
Handles | Top grab handle | Top grab handle | |
Loops and Attachments | Lash points | 8 adjustable straps | |
Lightweight | Lightweight IronLite™ | ||
Travel Features | Compression Straps | External compression straps | |
Hiking / Backpacking Features | Back Panel | Full trampoline back panel with FlashDry™ | Breathable back support |
Rain Cover | Rain cover included | ||
Load Lifters | Yes | ||
Hip Belt Pockets | Yes | ||
Top / Floating Lid | Yes | ||
Trekking Pole Holders | Yes | ||
Reflective Safety Strips | Reflective webbing | ||
Hydration Features | Hydration Compatible | Hydration sleeve | |
Other Features | Other Features | The patent-pending Dyno Lite System™ allows you to adjust the back panel without taking off the pack. The Dyno Lite System™ features self-equalizing, on-the-fly, adjustable load lifters. |
The North Face's Banchee 50 Backpack is a Backpacking backpack with Hiking features while Loowoko 's 50L Hiking Backpack is a Hiking backpack with Backpacking features.
The The North Face Banchee 50 Backpack has a capacity of S/M - 46L / L/XL - 49L (liters), weighs S/M - 3 lbs 6.3 oz / L/XL - 3 lbs 9.1 oz pounds and it's dimensions in inches are S/M - 13.8 x 12.2 x 25.6 / L/XL - 13.8 x 12.2 x 27.6. It's made of 70D IronLite™ nylon with non-PFC durable water-repellent (non-PFC DWR) finish and is available in Tnf Black/Aviator Navy in comparison the Loowoko 50L Hiking Backpack 's capacity is 50L with a size of 25.6 x 13.8 x 9.8 inches. Constructed from Nylon it weighs 2.6 pounds and is available in 5 colors and patterns.
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