The North Face Hydra 26L Backpack vs The North Face Borealis Laptop Tote Backpack

The main difference between the The North Face Hydra 26L Backpack and the The North Face Borealis Laptop Tote Backpack is that the Hydra 26L Backpack has Sternum / Chest Straps (Adjustable chest strap) while the Borealis Laptop Tote Backpack does not.

The North Face Hydra 26L Backpack - Front View
The North Face Borealis Laptop Tote Backpack Front View
Specs Brand The North Face The North Face
Name Hydra 26L Backpack Borealis Laptop Tote Backpack
Category Hiking Womens
Sub Category Backpacking Laptop
Capacity (L) 26L 22L
Dimensions (in) 24 x 15 x 5 18.5 x 5.7 x 16.5
Weight (lb) 2 1.0
Fabric 70D IronLite nylon with non-PFC durable water-repellent (non-PFC DWR) finish. 210D Recycled Nylon Ripstop
Color Goblin Blue/Beta Blue 7 colors and patterns
Warranty Lifetime The North Face Lifetime Warranty
Rating 1 4.6
Price Under $150 Under $100
General Features Shoulder Straps J shape - adjustable padded strap Adjustable shoulder straps
Sternum / Chest Straps Adjustable chest strap
Hip Belt / Waist Strap Adjustable waist strap
Zippers Nylon zipper with string pulls
Main Compartment Access Normal top two way zip access Top zipped access
External Pockets 2 stretch side pockets, beaver-tail pocket, hydration sleeve and 2 tool keepers 1 zipped front pocket
Side Pockets 2 slip-in side pockets Side pockets can fit water bottle
Water Bottle Yes Yes
Handles Top grab handle
Loops and Attachments Side elastic cords
Convertible Yes
Lightweight Lightweight
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Laptop sleeve fits laptop up to 13"
Tablet Sleeve Tablet sleeve
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel FlashDry back panel
Hydration Features Hydration Compatible Integrated hydration sleeve

You're currently comparing the Hydra 26L Backpack by The North Face against the Borealis Laptop Tote Backpack by The North Face.


The North Face's Hydra 26L Backpack is a Hiking backpack with Backpacking features while The North Face's Borealis Laptop Tote Backpack is a Womens backpack with Laptop 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 Borealis Laptop Tote Backpack's capacity is 22L with a size of 18.5 x 5.7 x 16.5 inches. Constructed from 210D Recycled Nylon Ripstop it weighs 1.0 pounds and is available in 7 colors and patterns.