The North Face Chimera 24L Backpack vs Patagonia Disperser Roll-Top Pack 40L Backpack

The main difference between the The North Face Chimera 24L Backpack and the Patagonia Disperser Roll-Top Pack 40L Backpack is that the Chimera 24L Backpack has Water Proof / Water Resistant (Water-resistant) while the Disperser Roll-Top Pack 40L Backpack does not.

The North Face Chimera 24L Backpack - Front View
Patagonia Disperser Roll-Top Pack 40L Backpack - Front View
Specs Brand The North Face Patagonia
Name Chimera 24L Backpack Disperser Roll-Top Pack 40L Backpack
Category Hiking Backpacking
Sub Category Backpacking Hiking
Capacity (L) 24L 40L
Dimensions (in) 23 x 13 x 4 14 x 9 x 20.5
Weight (lb) 1lb 5oz 2.57
Fabric 70D IronLite nylon, non-PFC DWR finish Sturdy 100% recycled nylon
Color Banff Blue/Aviator Navy Pigeon Blue
Warranty Lifetime
Rating 3.7
Price Under $100 Under $250
General Features Shoulder Straps Straight - adjustable padded strap Straight - Hydrophobic adjustable padded strap
Sternum / Chest Straps Adjustable sternum strap Adjustable chest strap
Hip Belt / Waist Strap Adjustable waist belt Adjustable waist strap
Water Proof / Water Resistant Water-resistant
Zippers Nylon zipper with string pulls Nylon zipper with string pulls
Main Compartment Access Normal top two way zip access Rolltop opening
External Pockets Side pockets, front stash pocket, 4 harness pockets
Internal Compartments Main and secondary 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 FlashDry back panel Hydrophobic back panel
Hydration Features Hydration Compatible Built-in hydration sleeve

You're currently comparing the Chimera 24L Backpack by The North Face against the Disperser Roll-Top Pack 40L Backpack by Patagonia.


The North Face's Chimera 24L Backpack is a Hiking backpack with Backpacking features while Patagonia's Disperser Roll-Top Pack 40L Backpack is a Backpacking backpack with Hiking features.

The The North Face Chimera 24L Backpack has a capacity of 24L (liters), weighs 1lb 5oz pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 23 x 13 x 4. It's made of 70D IronLite nylon, non-PFC DWR finish and is available in Banff Blue/Aviator Navy in comparison the Patagonia Disperser Roll-Top Pack 40L Backpack's capacity is 40L with a size of 14 x 9 x 20.5 inches. Constructed from Sturdy 100% recycled nylon it weighs 2.57 pounds and is available in Pigeon Blue.