The North Face Cryptic Backpack vs Columbia Meridian II Daypack Laptop PFG Backpack

The main difference between the The North Face Cryptic Backpack and the Columbia Meridian II Daypack Laptop PFG Backpack is that the Cryptic Backpack has Water Proof / Water Resistant (Water repellant finish) while the Meridian II Daypack Laptop PFG Backpack does not.

The North Face Cryptic Backpack Front View
Columbia Meridian II Daypack Laptop PFG Backpack Front View
Specs Brand The North Face Columbia
Name Cryptic Backpack Meridian II Daypack Laptop PFG Backpack
Category Daypack Laptop
Sub Category Laptop Daypack
Capacity (L) 29L 27L
Dimensions (in) 13 x 19 x 6 ‎19.8 x 15.12 x 2.99
Weight (lb) 2.0 2.2
Fabric 600D Polyester 100% Polyester
Color 8 colors and patterns Night Tide
Warranty The North Face Lifetime Warranty Columbia Limited Lifetime Warranty
Release Date April 16, 2021 ‎January 7, 2020
Rating 4.8 4.5
Price Under $100 Under $100
General Features Shoulder Straps FlexVent™ custom molded shoulder straps Air mesh padded contoured techlite straps
Sternum / Chest Straps Sternum strap with whistle buckle Sternum strap
Hip Belt / Waist Strap Buckle waist strap
Water Proof / Water Resistant Water repellant finish
Main Compartment Access Normal zipped access Normal zipped access
External Pockets 1 zipped front pocket and 2 side pockets 1 front zipped pocket and 2 side pocket
Internal Compartments Organizational panel
Side Pockets Side pockets can fit water bottle Side pockets can fit water bottle
Water Bottle Yes Yes
Handles Padded top handle Top grab handle
Loops and Attachments Front elastic bungee system Elastic cord
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Padded laptop compartment Laptop sleeve fits laptop up to 15"
Organizer Pocket Front organizer pocket
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Comfortable padded mesh back panel and breathable lumbar panel
Hydration Features Hydration Compatible Yes

You're currently comparing the Cryptic Backpack by The North Face against the Meridian II Daypack Laptop PFG Backpack by Columbia .


The North Face 's Cryptic Backpack is a Daypack backpack with Laptop features while Columbia 's Meridian II Daypack Laptop PFG Backpack is a Laptop backpack with Daypack features.

The The North Face Cryptic Backpack has a capacity of 29L (liters), weighs 2.0 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 13 x 19 x 6. It's made of 600D Polyester and is available in 8 colors and patterns in comparison the Columbia Meridian II Daypack Laptop PFG Backpack's capacity is 27L with a size of ‎19.8 x 15.12 x 2.99 inches. Constructed from 100% Polyester it weighs 2.2 pounds and is available in Night Tide.