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

The main difference between the The North Face Crestone Backpack and the The North Face Hydra 26L Backpack is that the Crestone Backpack has Internal Compartments (Laptop sleeve, simplified organization in front pocket, tablet sleeve and key fob) while the Hydra 26L Backpack does not.

The North Face Crestone Backpack - Front View
The North Face Hydra 26L Backpack - Front View
Specs Brand The North Face The North Face
Name Crestone Backpack Hydra 26L Backpack
Category Daypack Hiking
Sub Category Outdoor Backpacking
Capacity (L) 27.5L 26L
Dimensions (in) 18.13 x 11 x 8.25 24 x 15 x 5
Weight (lb) 1 2
Fabric 70D IronLite nylon with non-PFC durable water-repellent (non-PFC DWR) finish.
Color Mild Grey Heather/TNF Black Goblin Blue/Beta Blue
Warranty Lifetime
Rating 4.7 1
Price Under $100 Under $150
General Features Shoulder Straps J shape - adjustable padded strap J shape - adjustable padded strap
Sternum / Chest Straps Sternum strap with whistle buckle Adjustable chest strap
Hip Belt / Waist Strap Adjustable waist strap
Zippers Nylon zipper with metal pulls Nylon zipper with string pulls
Main Compartment Access Normal top two way zip access Normal top two way zip access
External Pockets 2 side slip in pockets, 1 front zip pocket, Contrast embroidered The North Face logo on center top 2 stretch side pockets, beaver-tail pocket, hydration sleeve and 2 tool keepers
Internal Compartments Laptop sleeve, simplified organization in front pocket, tablet sleeve and key fob
Side Pockets 2 slip-in side pockets 2 slip-in side pockets
Water Bottle Yes Yes
Handles Two webbing top handles Top grab handle
Lightweight Lightweight
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Padded and protective 15" laptop sleeve
Tablet Sleeve Padded
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Padded back panel FlashDry back panel
Hydration Features Hydration Compatible Integrated hydration sleeve

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


The North Face's Crestone Backpack is a Daypack backpack with Outdoor features while The North Face's Hydra 26L Backpack is a Hiking backpack with Backpacking features.

The The North Face Crestone Backpack has a capacity of 27.5L (liters), weighs 1 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 18.13 x 11 x 8.25. It's made of and is available in Mild Grey Heather/TNF 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.