The North Face Hydra 26L Backpack vs The North Face BTTFB Backpack

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

The North Face Hydra 26L Backpack - Front View
The North Face BTTFB Backpack - Front View
Specs Brand The North Face The North Face
Name Hydra 26L Backpack BTTFB Backpack
Category Hiking Hiking
Sub Category Backpacking Backpacking
Capacity (L) 26L 20L
Dimensions (in) 24 x 15 x 5 19 x 13 x 4
Weight (lb) 2 1.75
Fabric 70D IronLite nylon with non-PFC durable water-repellent (non-PFC DWR) finish. 900D polyester with TPE PVC coating
Color Goblin Blue/Beta Blue Macrofleck Print Green
Warranty Lifetime
Rating 1
Price Under $150 Under $150
General Features Shoulder Straps J shape - adjustable padded strap Straight - Adjustable and injection-molded-foam shoulder straps
Sternum / Chest Straps Adjustable chest strap
Hip Belt / Waist Strap Adjustable waist strap
Zippers Nylon zipper with string pulls Nylon zipper with metal pulls
Main Compartment Access Normal top two way zip access Normal top two way zip access
External Pockets 2 stretch side pockets, beaver-tail pocket, hydration sleeve and 2 tool keepers Top pocket
Internal Compartments Laptop sleeve,
Side Pockets 2 slip-in side pockets
Water Bottle Yes
Handles Top grab handle Top grab handle
Lightweight Lightweight
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Padded
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel FlashDry back panel Padded
Hydration Features Hydration Compatible Integrated hydration sleeve

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


The North Face's Hydra 26L Backpack is a Hiking backpack with Backpacking features while The North Face's BTTFB Backpack is a Hiking backpack with Backpacking 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 BTTFB Backpack's capacity is 20L with a size of 19 x 13 x 4 inches. Constructed from 900D polyester with TPE PVC coating it weighs 1.75 pounds and is available in Macrofleck Print Green.