The North Face Cryptic Backpack vs Mystery Ranch 3 Day Assault CL Backpack

The main difference between the The North Face Cryptic Backpack and the Mystery Ranch 3 Day Assault CL Backpack is that the Cryptic Backpack has Water Proof / Water Resistant (Water repellant finish) while the 3 Day Assault CL Backpack does not.

The North Face Cryptic Backpack Front View
Mystery Ranch 3 Day Assault CL Backpack - Front View
Specs Brand The North Face Mystery Ranch
Name Cryptic Backpack 3 Day Assault CL Backpack
Category Daypack Laptop
Sub Category Laptop Daypack
Capacity (L) 29L
Dimensions (in) 13 x 19 x 6 22 x 13.5 x 9.5
Weight (lb) 2.0 4.6
Fabric 600D Polyester 500D CORDURA® fabric
Color 8 colors and patterns Coyote
Warranty The North Face Lifetime Warranty
Release Date April 16, 2021
Rating 4.8
Price Under $100 Under $500
General Features Shoulder Straps FlexVent™ custom molded shoulder straps J shape - adjustable padded strap
Sternum / Chest Straps Sternum strap with whistle buckle Adjustable chest strap
Water Proof / Water Resistant Water repellant finish
Zippers YKK® zippers
Main Compartment Access Normal zipped access Top zip access
External Pockets 1 zipped front pocket and 2 side pockets 2 external pockets
Internal Compartments 2 internal drop-in pockets, 2 zip mesh pockets
Side Pockets Side pockets can fit water bottle 2 side pockets
Water Bottle Yes Yes
Handles Padded top handle Top grab handle
Loops and Attachments Front elastic bungee system Front daisy chains
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Padded laptop compartment Padded; 17" laptop
Travel Features Compression Straps Available
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Comfortable padded mesh back panel and breathable lumbar panel Padded
Hydration Features Hydration Compatible Available

You're currently comparing the Cryptic Backpack by The North Face against the 3 Day Assault CL Backpack by Mystery Ranch .


The North Face 's Cryptic Backpack is a Daypack backpack with Laptop features while Mystery Ranch 's 3 Day Assault CL 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 Mystery Ranch 3 Day Assault CL Backpack's capacity is with a size of 22 x 13.5 x 9.5 inches. Constructed from 500D CORDURA® fabric it weighs 4.6 pounds and is available in Coyote.