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.
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 |
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.
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