The North Face Chimera 24L Backpack vs The North Face Hydra 26L Backpack

The main difference between the The North Face Chimera 24L Backpack and the The North Face Hydra 26L Backpack is that the Chimera 24L Backpack has Water Proof / Water Resistant (Water-resistant) while the Hydra 26L Backpack does not.

The North Face Chimera 24L Backpack - Front View
The North Face Hydra 26L Backpack - Front View
Specs Brand The North Face The North Face
Name Chimera 24L Backpack Hydra 26L Backpack
Category Hiking Hiking
Sub Category Backpacking Backpacking
Capacity (L) 24L 26L
Dimensions (in) 23 x 13 x 4 24 x 15 x 5
Weight (lb) 1lb 5oz 2
Fabric 70D IronLite nylon, non-PFC DWR finish 70D IronLite nylon with non-PFC durable water-repellent (non-PFC DWR) finish.
Color Banff Blue/Aviator Navy Goblin Blue/Beta Blue
Warranty Lifetime Lifetime
Rating 3.7 1
Price Under $100 Under $150
General Features Shoulder Straps Straight - adjustable padded strap J shape - 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 Normal top two way zip access
External Pockets Side pockets, front stash pocket, 4 harness pockets 2 stretch side pockets, beaver-tail pocket, hydration sleeve and 2 tool keepers
Internal Compartments Main and secondary compartments
Side Pockets 2 slip-in side pockets 2 slip-in side pockets
Water Bottle Yes Yes
Handles Top grab handle Top grab handle
Lightweight Lightweight Lightweight
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel FlashDry back panel FlashDry back panel
Hydration Features Hydration Compatible Built-in hydration sleeve Integrated hydration sleeve

You're currently comparing the Chimera 24L Backpack by The North Face against the Hydra 26L Backpack by The North Face.


The North Face's Chimera 24L Backpack is a Hiking backpack with Backpacking features while The North Face's Hydra 26L Backpack is a Hiking backpack with Backpacking 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 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.