The North Face Cryptic Backpack vs The North Face Kids' Sprout Backpack

The main difference between the The North Face Cryptic Backpack and the The North Face Kids' Sprout Backpack is that the Cryptic Backpack has Sternum / Chest Straps (Sternum strap with whistle buckle) while the Kids' Sprout Backpack does not.

The North Face Cryptic Backpack Front View
The North Face Kids' Sprout Backpack - Front View
Specs Brand The North Face The North Face
Name Cryptic Backpack Kids' Sprout Backpack
Category Daypack Childrens
Sub Category Laptop School
Capacity (L) 29L 10L
Dimensions (in) 13 x 19 x 6 11.5 x 8.5 x 5
Weight (lb) 2.0 0.57
Fabric 600D Polyester 600D polyester, 1200D polyester
Color 8 colors and patterns Tnf Black Thunder Bolts Print/Sharp Green
Warranty The North Face Lifetime Warranty Lifetime warranty
Release Date April 16, 2021
Rating 4.8 4
Price Under $100 Under $50
General Features Shoulder Straps FlexVent™ custom molded shoulder straps Breakaway sternum straps designed specifically for kids
Sternum / Chest Straps Sternum strap with whistle buckle
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 External zippered pocket for smaller trinkets and treasures, Mesh water bottle pockets, Reflective bike-light loop
Internal Compartments Main compartment
Side Pockets Side pockets can fit water bottle 2 mesh side pockets
Water Bottle Yes 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 Comfortable, stitched-foam back panel

You're currently comparing the Cryptic Backpack by The North Face against the Kids' Sprout Backpack by The North Face.


The North Face 's Cryptic Backpack is a Daypack backpack with Laptop features while The North Face's Kids' Sprout Backpack is a Childrens backpack with School 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 Kids' Sprout Backpack's capacity is 10L with a size of 11.5 x 8.5 x 5 inches. Constructed from 600D polyester, 1200D polyester it weighs 0.57 pounds and is available in Tnf Black Thunder Bolts Print/Sharp Green.