The North Face Explore Haulaback Backpack vs The North Face Hydra 26L Backpack

The main difference between the The North Face Explore Haulaback Backpack and the The North Face Hydra 26L Backpack is that the Explore Haulaback Backpack has Internal Compartments (Laptop compartment) while the Hydra 26L Backpack does not.

The North Face Explore Haulaback Backpack - Front View
The North Face Hydra 26L Backpack - Front View
Specs Brand The North Face The North Face
Name Explore Haulaback Backpack Hydra 26L Backpack
Category Backpacking Hiking
Sub Category Hiking Backpacking
Capacity (L) 43.5L 26L
Dimensions (in) 1.5 x 11 x 23.5 24 x 15 x 5
Weight (lb) 3.34 2
Fabric 900D 100% polyester with non-PFC durable water-repellent finish 70D IronLite nylon with non-PFC durable water-repellent (non-PFC DWR) finish.
Color Peak Purple/Tnf Black Goblin Blue/Beta Blue
Warranty Lifetime Lifetime
Rating 5 1
Price Under $100 Under $150
General Features Shoulder Straps Padded shoulder straps J shape - adjustable padded strap
Sternum / Chest Straps Adjustable chest strap Adjustable chest strap
Hip Belt / Waist Strap Adjustable waist strap
Zippers Nylon zipper with string pulls Nylon zipper with string pulls
Main Compartment Access Zippered opening at the top and side for easy access Normal top two way zip access
External Pockets 2 stretch side pockets, beaver-tail pocket, hydration sleeve and 2 tool keepers
Internal Compartments Laptop compartment
Side Pockets 2 slip-in side pockets
Water Bottle Yes
Handles Four padded webbing handles Top grab handle
Lightweight Lightweight
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Padded
Travel Features Base / Bottom Dedicated zip bottom
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Padded flat back panel FlashDry back panel
Gym / Sports Features Laundry Pocket Dedicated zip bottom compartment to keep shoes and dirty laundry separate
Hydration Features Hydration Compatible Integrated hydration sleeve

You're currently comparing the Explore Haulaback Backpack by The North Face against the Hydra 26L Backpack by The North Face.


The North Face's Explore Haulaback Backpack is a Backpacking backpack with Hiking features while The North Face's Hydra 26L Backpack is a Hiking backpack with Backpacking features.

The The North Face Explore Haulaback Backpack has a capacity of 43.5L (liters), weighs 3.34 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 1.5 x 11 x 23.5. It's made of 900D 100% polyester with non-PFC durable water-repellent finish and is available in Peak Purple/Tnf Black in comparison the The North Face Hydra 26L Backpack's capacity is 26L with a size of 24 x 15 x 5 inches. Constructed from 70D IronLite nylon with non-PFC durable water-repellent (non-PFC DWR) finish. it weighs 2 pounds and is available in Goblin Blue/Beta Blue.