The main difference between the The North Face Hydra 26L Backpack and the Amazon Basics 75L Internal Frame Hiking Backpack is that the Hydra 26L Backpack has Zippers (Nylon zipper with string pulls) while the 75L Internal Frame Hiking Backpack does not.
Specs | Brand | The North Face | Amazon Basics |
Name | Hydra 26L Backpack | 75L Internal Frame Hiking Backpack | |
Category | Hiking | Hiking | |
Sub Category | Backpacking | Outdoor | |
Capacity (L) | 26L | 75L | |
Dimensions (in) | 24 x 15 x 5 | 18 x 8 x 29 | |
Weight (lb) | 2 | 5.1 | |
Fabric | 70D IronLite nylon with non-PFC durable water-repellent (non-PFC DWR) finish. | Durable Polyester | |
Color | Goblin Blue/Beta Blue | Black, Green | |
Warranty | Lifetime | Amazon Basics Limited One-Year Warranty | |
Release Date | November 22, 2017 | ||
Rating | 1 | 4.5 | |
Price | Under $150 | Under $100 | |
General Features | Shoulder Straps | J shape - adjustable padded strap | Adjustable and thick padded shoulder straps |
Sternum / Chest Straps | Adjustable chest strap | Adjustable chest straps | |
Hip Belt / Waist Strap | Adjustable waist strap | Adjustable waist belt | |
Water Proof / Water Resistant | Water-repellent exterior coating | ||
Zippers | Nylon zipper with string pulls | ||
Main Compartment Access | Normal top two way zip access | Drawstring access with top floating lid | |
External Pockets | 2 stretch side pockets, beaver-tail pocket, hydration sleeve and 2 tool keepers | 2 front zipped pockets and 4 side pockets | |
Internal Compartments | Extensive storage pockets | ||
Side Pockets | 2 slip-in side pockets | Side pockets can fit water bottle and other items | |
Water Bottle | Yes | Yes | |
Handles | Top grab handle | ||
Loops and Attachments | Daisy chains in the front panel and D-rings | ||
Lightweight | Lightweight | ||
Travel Features | Compression Straps | External multi-directional compression straps | |
Hiking / Backpacking Features | Back Panel | FlashDry back panel | Padded back panel with open-cell foam lumbar pad |
Rain Cover | Water-resistant rainfly | ||
Internal / External Frame | Internal frame | ||
Adjustable Length Torso | Fully adjustable fit around the torso | ||
Hydration Features | Hydration Compatible | Integrated hydration sleeve |
The North Face's Hydra 26L Backpack is a Hiking backpack with Backpacking features while Amazon Basics 's 75L Internal Frame Hiking Backpack is a Hiking backpack with Outdoor features.
The The North Face Hydra 26L Backpack has a capacity of 26L (liters), weighs 2 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 24 x 15 x 5. It's made of 70D IronLite nylon with non-PFC durable water-repellent (non-PFC DWR) finish. and is available in Goblin Blue/Beta Blue in comparison the Amazon Basics 75L Internal Frame Hiking Backpack 's capacity is 75L with a size of 18 x 8 x 29 inches. Constructed from Durable Polyester it weighs 5.1 pounds and is available in Black, Green .
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