The North Face Cryptic Backpack vs The North Face Alamere 24 Backpack

The main difference between the The North Face Cryptic Backpack and the The North Face Alamere 24 Backpack is that the Cryptic Backpack has Water Proof / Water Resistant (Water repellant finish) while the Alamere 24 Backpack does not.

The North Face Cryptic Backpack Front View
The North Face Alamere 24 Backpack
Specs Brand The North Face The North Face
Name Cryptic Backpack Alamere 24 Backpack
Category Daypack Hiking
Sub Category Laptop Backpacking
Capacity (L) 29L 18L
Dimensions (in) 13 x 19 x 6
Weight (lb) 2.0 1lb 7oz
Fabric 600D Polyester Nylon
Color 8 colors and patterns Vintage White/Horizon Red
Warranty The North Face Lifetime Warranty
Release Date April 16, 2021
Rating 4.8
Price Under $100 Under $100
General Features Shoulder Straps FlexVent™ custom molded shoulder straps Padded adjustable shoulder straps with multiple clasps to keep it in place.
Sternum / Chest Straps Sternum strap with whistle buckle Adjustable chest strap
Hip Belt / Waist Strap Adjustable waist strap
Water Proof / Water Resistant Water repellant finish
Zippers Nylon zipper with string pulls
Main Compartment Access Normal zipped access Normal top two way zip access
External Pockets 1 zipped front pocket and 2 side pockets Front zipper pockets for other essentials,
Side Pockets Side pockets can fit water bottle 2 side pockets
Water Bottle Yes
Handles Padded top handle Top grab handle
Loops and Attachments Front elastic bungee system
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Padded laptop compartment
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Comfortable padded mesh back panel and breathable lumbar panel Padded

You're currently comparing the Cryptic Backpack by The North Face against the Alamere 24 Backpack by The North Face.


The North Face 's Cryptic Backpack is a Daypack backpack with Laptop features while The North Face's Alamere 24 Backpack is a Hiking backpack with Backpacking 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 The North Face Alamere 24 Backpack's capacity is 18L with a size of inches. Constructed from Nylon it weighs 1lb 7oz pounds and is available in Vintage White/Horizon Red.