The North Face Hydra 26L Backpack vs Amazon Basics 75L Internal Frame Hiking Backpack

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.

The North Face Hydra 26L Backpack - Front View
Amazon Basics 75L Internal Frame Hiking Backpack
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

You're currently comparing the Hydra 26L Backpack by The North Face against the 75L Internal Frame Hiking Backpack by Amazon Basics .


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 .