The North Face Cryptic Backpack vs Columbia Unisex Hawthorne 32L Backpack

The main difference between the The North Face Cryptic Backpack and the Columbia Unisex Hawthorne 32L Backpack is that the Cryptic Backpack has Water Proof / Water Resistant (Water repellant finish) while the Unisex Hawthorne 32L Backpack does not.

The North Face Cryptic Backpack Front View
Columbia Unisex Hawthorne 32L Backpack Front View
Specs Brand The North Face Columbia
Name Cryptic Backpack Unisex Hawthorne 32L Backpack
Category Daypack Laptop
Sub Category Laptop Daypack
Capacity (L) 29L 32L
Dimensions (in) 13 x 19 x 6 17.2 x 12.68 x 7.99
Weight (lb) 2.0 2.38
Fabric 600D Polyester 100% Nylon
Color 8 colors and patterns 3 Colors and patterns
Warranty The North Face Lifetime Warranty Columbia Limited Lifetime Warranty
Release Date April 16, 2021
Rating 4.8 5.0
Price Under $100 Under $125
General Features Shoulder Straps FlexVent™ custom molded shoulder straps Techlite adjustable shoulder straps
Sternum / Chest Straps Sternum strap with whistle buckle Adjustable sternum strap with rescue whistle
Hip Belt / Waist Strap Removable hip belt
Water Proof / Water Resistant Water repellant finish
Zippers Reflective zipper pulls
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 haul handle
Loops and Attachments Front elastic bungee system
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Padded laptop compartment Laptop sleeve fits laptop up to 15"
Tablet Sleeve Fleece lined tablet sleeve
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Comfortable padded mesh back panel and breathable lumbar panel Breathable airmesh backpanel

You're currently comparing the Cryptic Backpack by The North Face against the Unisex Hawthorne 32L Backpack by Columbia .


The North Face 's Cryptic Backpack is a Daypack backpack with Laptop features while Columbia 's Unisex Hawthorne 32L 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 Unisex Hawthorne 32L Backpack's capacity is 32L with a size of 17.2 x 12.68 x 7.99 inches. Constructed from 100% Nylon it weighs 2.38 pounds and is available in 3 Colors and patterns.