The North Face Hydra 26L Backpack vs The North Face Basin 24 Backpack

The main difference between the The North Face Hydra 26L Backpack and the The North Face Basin 24 Backpack is that the Hydra 26L Backpack has Lightweight (Lightweight) while the Basin 24 Backpack does not.

The North Face Hydra 26L Backpack - Front View
The North Face Basin 24 Backpack - Front View
Specs Brand The North Face The North Face
Name Hydra 26L Backpack Basin 24 Backpack
Category Hiking Hiking
Sub Category Backpacking Outdoor
Capacity (L) 26L
Dimensions (in) 24 x 15 x 5 11 x 6.7 x 19.7
Weight (lb) 2 1.7
Fabric 70D IronLite nylon with non-PFC durable water-repellent (non-PFC DWR) finish. Recycled nylon ripstop
Color Goblin Blue/Beta Blue Banff Blue - Aviator Navy
Warranty Lifetime
Rating 1
Price Under $150 Under $100
General Features Shoulder Straps J shape - adjustable padded strap Padded adjustable shoulder straps
Sternum / Chest Straps Adjustable chest strap Sternum strap with whistle buckle
Hip Belt / Waist Strap Adjustable waist strap Adjustable hip belt
Water Proof / Water Resistant Water repellent
Zippers Nylon zipper with string pulls 2 way string zipper holder
Main Compartment Access Normal top two way zip access Normal zipped access
External Pockets 2 stretch side pockets, beaver-tail pocket, hydration sleeve and 2 tool keepers External stash pockets, water bottle pockets
Internal Compartments Large main compartment
Side Pockets 2 slip-in side pockets 2 side pockets
Water Bottle Yes Yes
Handles Top grab handle Web haul handle
Loops and Attachments Two-point trekking-pole attachment
Lightweight Lightweight
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve 1 laptop sleeve
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel FlashDry back panel Padded back panel
Rain Cover Concealed rain cover
Trekking Pole Holders Minimal two-point trekking-pole attachment to hold poles
Hydration Features Hydration Compatible Integrated hydration sleeve Hydration sleeve

You're currently comparing the Hydra 26L Backpack by The North Face against the Basin 24 Backpack by The North Face.


The North Face's Hydra 26L Backpack is a Hiking backpack with Backpacking features while The North Face's Basin 24 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 The North Face Basin 24 Backpack's capacity is with a size of 11 x 6.7 x 19.7 inches. Constructed from Recycled nylon ripstop it weighs 1.7 pounds and is available in Banff Blue - Aviator Navy.