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

The main difference between the The North Face Chimera 24L Backpack and the The North Face Cryptic Backpack is that the Chimera 24L Backpack has Hip Belt / Waist Strap (Adjustable waist belt) while the Cryptic Backpack does not.

The North Face Chimera 24L Backpack - Front View
The North Face Cryptic Backpack Front View
Specs Brand The North Face The North Face
Name Chimera 24L Backpack Cryptic Backpack
Category Hiking Daypack
Sub Category Backpacking Laptop
Capacity (L) 24L 29L
Dimensions (in) 23 x 13 x 4 13 x 19 x 6
Weight (lb) 1lb 5oz 2.0
Fabric 70D IronLite nylon, non-PFC DWR finish 600D Polyester
Color Banff Blue/Aviator Navy 8 colors and patterns
Warranty Lifetime The North Face Lifetime Warranty
Release Date April 16, 2021
Rating 3.7 4.8
Price Under $100 Under $100
General Features Shoulder Straps Straight - adjustable padded strap FlexVent™ custom molded shoulder straps
Sternum / Chest Straps Adjustable sternum strap Sternum strap with whistle buckle
Hip Belt / Waist Strap Adjustable waist belt
Water Proof / Water Resistant Water-resistant Water repellant finish
Zippers Nylon zipper with string pulls
Main Compartment Access Normal top two way zip access Normal zipped access
External Pockets Side pockets, front stash pocket, 4 harness pockets 1 zipped front pocket and 2 side pockets
Internal Compartments Main and secondary compartments
Side Pockets 2 slip-in side pockets Side pockets can fit water bottle
Water Bottle Yes Yes
Handles Top grab handle Padded top handle
Loops and Attachments Front elastic bungee system
Lightweight Lightweight
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Padded laptop compartment
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel FlashDry back panel Comfortable padded mesh back panel and breathable lumbar panel
Hydration Features Hydration Compatible Built-in hydration sleeve

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


The North Face's Chimera 24L Backpack is a Hiking backpack with Backpacking features while The North Face 's Cryptic Backpack is a Daypack backpack with Laptop 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 The North Face Cryptic Backpack's capacity is 29L with a size of 13 x 19 x 6 inches. Constructed from 600D Polyester it weighs 2.0 pounds and is available in 8 colors and patterns.