The North Face Casual Backpack vs The North Face Hydra 26L Backpack

The main difference between the The North Face Casual Backpack and the The North Face Hydra 26L Backpack is that the Casual Backpack has Laptop Sleeve (Padded) while the Hydra 26L Backpack does not.

The North Face Casual Backpack - Front View
The North Face Hydra 26L Backpack - Front View
Specs Brand The North Face The North Face
Name Casual Backpack Hydra 26L Backpack
Category Mens Hiking
Sub Category Everyday Backpacking
Capacity (L) 26L
Dimensions (in) 11.4 x 15.8 x 5.9 24 x 15 x 5
Weight (lb) 1.01 2
Fabric Polyester, cotton 70D IronLite nylon with non-PFC durable water-repellent (non-PFC DWR) finish.
Color Black Goblin Blue/Beta Blue
Warranty Lifetime
Rating 1
Price Under $250 Under $150
General Features Shoulder Straps S-shaped curved adjustable padded strap J shape - adjustable padded strap
Sternum / Chest Straps Adjustable chest straps Adjustable chest strap
Hip Belt / Waist Strap Adjustable waist strap
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 2 stretch side pockets, beaver-tail pocket, hydration sleeve and 2 tool keepers
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 Integrated hydration sleeve

You're currently comparing the Casual Backpack by The North Face against the Hydra 26L Backpack by The North Face.


The North Face's Casual Backpack is a Mens backpack with Everyday features while The North Face's Hydra 26L 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 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.