The North Face Cryptic Backpack vs The North Face Fall Line Backpack

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

The North Face Cryptic Backpack Front View
The North Face Fall Line Backpack - Front View
Specs Brand The North Face The North Face
Name Cryptic Backpack Fall Line Backpack
Category Daypack Motorcycle
Sub Category Laptop Backpacking
Capacity (L) 29L
Dimensions (in) 13 x 19 x 6 7.48 x 13.78 x 19.69
Weight (lb) 2.0 2.31
Fabric 600D Polyester 400D Nylon
Color 8 colors and patterns Black
Warranty The North Face Lifetime Warranty
Release Date April 16, 2021
Rating 4.8 4.6
Price Under $100 Under $150
General Features Shoulder Straps FlexVentâ„¢ custom molded shoulder straps Shoulder-strap webbing create 360 degrees of reflectivity
Sternum / Chest Straps Sternum strap with whistle buckle Sternum strap with a whistle buckle
Hip Belt / Waist Strap Removable waist belt
Water Proof / Water Resistant Water repellant finish
Zippers Nylon zipper with plastic pulls
Main Compartment Access Normal zipped access Normal top two way zip access
External Pockets 1 zipped front pocket and 2 side pockets Front pocket with stretch side panels for additional volume, Reflective bike-light loop, water bottle tabs, fleece-lined pocket for sunglasses or electronics, Two opaque stretch-mesh side pockets discreetly hold their contents
Internal Compartments Internal organisation with a fleece-lined media pocket, secure zipped pocket and elastic webbing for cord management
Side Pockets Side pockets can fit water bottle 2 mesh side pockets
Water Bottle Yes Yes
Handles Padded top handle Comfortable, padded top grab handle
Loops and Attachments Front elastic bungee system
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Padded laptop compartment Padded, fleece-lined laptop sleeve in the main compartment helps protect laptop from bumps and falls
Tablet Sleeve Padded, fleece-lined tablet sleeve located in the main compartment for quick access
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Comfortable padded mesh back panel and breathable lumbar panel Padded mesh back panel
Reflective Safety Strips Light reflection detailing helps you stay visible in low-light conditions

You're currently comparing the Cryptic Backpack by The North Face against the Fall Line Backpack by The North Face.


The North Face 's Cryptic Backpack is a Daypack backpack with Laptop features while The North Face's Fall Line Backpack is a Motorcycle 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 Fall Line Backpack's capacity is with a size of 7.48 x 13.78 x 19.69 inches. Constructed from 400D Nylon it weighs 2.31 pounds and is available in Black.