The North Face Flyweight Pack vs The North Face Hydra 26L Backpack

The main difference between the The North Face Flyweight Pack and the The North Face Hydra 26L Backpack is that the Flyweight Pack has Water Proof / Water Resistant (Water repellant finish) while the Hydra 26L Backpack does not.

The North Face Flyweight Pack Front View
The North Face Hydra 26L Backpack - Front View
Specs Brand The North Face The North Face
Name Flyweight Pack Hydra 26L Backpack
Category Daypack Hiking
Sub Category Travel Backpacking
Capacity (L) 17L 26L
Dimensions (in) 17 x 10.5 x 7.5 24 x 15 x 5
Weight (lb) 0.4 2
Fabric Nylon With Cordura 70D IronLite nylon with non-PFC durable water-repellent (non-PFC DWR) finish.
Color 4 colors and patterns Goblin Blue/Beta Blue
Warranty The North Face Lifetime Warranty Lifetime
Release Date July 13, 2019
Rating 4.4 1
Price Under $50 Under $150
General Features Shoulder Straps Breathable-mesh shoulder straps J shape - adjustable padded strap
Sternum / Chest Straps 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 back pocket, 1 front and 2 side pockets 2 stretch side pockets, beaver-tail pocket, hydration sleeve and 2 tool keepers
Side Pockets Side pockets can fit water bottle 2 slip-in side pockets
Water Bottle Yes Yes
Handles Top grab handle Top grab handle
Lightweight Lightweight
Travel Features Packable / Foldable Easily packs into its own secure-zip pocket
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel FlashDry back panel
Hydration Features Hydration Compatible Integrated hydration sleeve

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


The North Face 's Flyweight Pack is a Daypack backpack with Travel features while The North Face's Hydra 26L Backpack is a Hiking backpack with Backpacking features.

The The North Face Flyweight Pack has a capacity of 17L (liters), weighs 0.4 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 17 x 10.5 x 7.5. It's made of Nylon With Cordura and is available in 4 colors and patterns 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.