The main difference between the The North Face Cryptic Backpack and the The North Face Youth Recon Squash Backpack is that the Cryptic Backpack has Laptop Sleeve (Padded laptop compartment) while the Youth Recon Squash Backpack does not.
Specs | Brand | The North Face | The North Face |
Name | Cryptic Backpack | Youth Recon Squash Backpack | |
Category | Daypack | Childrens | |
Sub Category | Laptop | School | |
Capacity (L) | 29L | 17L | |
Dimensions (in) | 13 x 19 x 6 | 16 x 11.5 x 6 | |
Weight (lb) | 2.0 | 0.9 | |
Fabric | 600D Polyester | 600D Polyester | |
Color | 8 colors and patterns | 4 colors and patterns | |
Warranty | The North Face Lifetime Warranty | The North Face Lifetime Warranty | |
Release Date | April 16, 2021 | August 15, 2014 | |
Rating | 4.8 | 4.7 | |
Price | Under $100 | Under $50 | |
General Features | Shoulder Straps | FlexVent™ custom molded shoulder straps | Adjustable shoulder straps |
Sternum / Chest Straps | Sternum strap with whistle buckle | Breakaway sternum strap | |
Water Proof / Water Resistant | Water repellant finish | Water repellant finish | |
Main Compartment Access | Normal zipped access | Normal zipped access | |
External Pockets | 1 zipped front pocket and 2 side pockets | 2 front and 2 side pockets | |
Side Pockets | Side pockets can fit water bottle | Side pockets can fit water bottle | |
Water Bottle | Yes | Yes | |
Handles | Padded top handle | Top grab handle | |
Loops and Attachments | Front elastic bungee system | Internal name label | |
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 |
Reflective Safety Strips | Reflective bike-light loop |
The North Face 's Cryptic Backpack is a Daypack backpack with Laptop features while The North Face 's Youth Recon Squash 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 Youth Recon Squash Backpack's capacity is 17L with a size of 16 x 11.5 x 6 inches. Constructed from 600D Polyester it weighs 0.9 pounds and is available in 4 colors and patterns.
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