The North Face Casual Backpack vs The North Face Chimera 24L Backpack

The main difference between the The North Face Casual Backpack and the The North Face Chimera 24L Backpack is that the Casual Backpack has Laptop Sleeve (Padded) while the Chimera 24L Backpack does not.

The North Face Casual Backpack - Front View
The North Face Chimera 24L Backpack - Front View
Specs Brand The North Face The North Face
Name Casual Backpack Chimera 24L Backpack
Category Mens Hiking
Sub Category Everyday Backpacking
Capacity (L) 24L
Dimensions (in) 11.4 x 15.8 x 5.9 23 x 13 x 4
Weight (lb) 1.01 1lb 5oz
Fabric Polyester, cotton 70D IronLite nylon, non-PFC DWR finish
Color Black Banff Blue/Aviator Navy
Warranty Lifetime
Rating 3.7
Price Under $250 Under $100
General Features Shoulder Straps S-shaped curved adjustable padded strap Straight - adjustable padded strap
Sternum / Chest Straps Adjustable chest straps Adjustable sternum strap
Hip Belt / Waist Strap Adjustable waist belt
Water Proof / Water Resistant Water-resistant
Zippers Nylon Nylon zipper with string pulls
Main Compartment Access Fold-over opening top access Normal top two way zip access
External Pockets Secure-zip front pocket Side pockets, front stash pocket, 4 harness pockets
Internal Compartments Main and secondary compartments
Side Pockets 2 slip-in side pockets
Water Bottle Expandable water bottle pocket Yes
Handles Top grab handle
Lightweight Lightweight
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Padded
Travel Features Expandable Expandable water bottle pocket
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Padded FlashDry back panel
Hydration Features Hydration Compatible Built-in hydration sleeve

You're currently comparing the Casual Backpack by The North Face against the Chimera 24L Backpack by The North Face.


The North Face's Casual Backpack is a Mens backpack with Everyday features while The North Face's Chimera 24L Backpack is a Hiking backpack with Backpacking features.

The The North Face Casual Backpack has a capacity of (liters), weighs 1.01 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 11.4 x 15.8 x 5.9. It's made of Polyester, cotton and is available in Black in comparison the The North Face Chimera 24L Backpack's capacity is 24L with a size of 23 x 13 x 4 inches. Constructed from 70D IronLite nylon, non-PFC DWR finish it weighs 1lb 5oz pounds and is available in Banff Blue/Aviator Navy.