The North Face Base Camp Small Duffel vs The North Face Recon Backpack

The main difference between the The North Face Base Camp Small Duffel and the The North Face Recon Backpack is that the Base Camp Small Duffel has Water Proof / Water Resistant (Non-PFC durable water-repellent ) while the Recon Backpack does not.

The North Face Base Camp Duffel - S Front View
The North Face Recon Backpack Front View
Specs Brand The North Face The North Face
Name Base Camp Small Duffel Recon Backpack
Category Travel Sports
Sub Category Outdoor Running
Capacity (L) 50L 30L
Dimensions (in) 13 x 21 x 13 19.25 x 13 x 7
Weight (lb) 2.0 2
Fabric 1000D Phthalate-Free, Recycled PVC Nylon with Non-PFC DWR Finish
Color 3 colors and patterns 20+ colors and patterns
Warranty The North Face Lifetime Warranty The North Face Lifetime Warranty
Release Date April 13, 2018 July 12, 2012
Rating 4.7 4.8
Price Under $225 Under $100
General Features Shoulder Straps Detachable, adjustable, alpine-cut shoulder straps Flexible yoke built from custom injection-molded shoulder straps
Sternum / Chest Straps Sternum strap with whistle buckle
Hip Belt / Waist Strap Removable waist belt
Water Proof / Water Resistant Non-PFC durable water-repellent
Zippers D-zip opening with a weather resistant flap
Main Compartment Access Main compartment has a secure-zip mesh pocket and an end-cap mesh sleeve pocket for more organization Normal zipped access
External Pockets 2 zipped front pockets and 2 side pockets
Side Pockets Side pockets can fit water bottle
Water Bottle No Yes
Handles Two padded side handles Padded top grab handle
Loops and Attachments Extendable front stash pocket with daisy chains and fleece-lined pocket for sunglasses, phone or keys
Convertible Yes
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Dedicated, highly protective laptop compartment
Tablet Sleeve Padded tablet sleeve
Organizer Pocket Front utility pocket with organizer
Travel Features Compression Straps External compression straps
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Padded mesh back and breathable lumbar panel
Reflective Safety Strips 360-degree reflective accents

You're currently comparing the Base Camp Small Duffel by The North Face against the Recon Backpack by The North Face .


The North Face 's Base Camp Small Duffel is a Travel backpack with Outdoor features while The North Face 's Recon Backpack is a Sports backpack with Running features.

The The North Face Base Camp Small Duffel has a capacity of 50L (liters), weighs 2.0 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 13 x 21 x 13. It's made of 1000D Phthalate-Free, Recycled PVC and is available in 3 colors and patterns in comparison the The North Face Recon Backpack's capacity is 30L with a size of 19.25 x 13 x 7 inches. Constructed from Nylon with Non-PFC DWR Finish it weighs 2 pounds and is available in 20+ colors and patterns.