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

The main difference between the The North Face Hydra 26L Backpack and the The North Face Crestone Backpack is that the Hydra 26L Backpack has Hip Belt / Waist Strap (Adjustable waist strap) while the Crestone Backpack does not.

The North Face Hydra 26L Backpack - Front View
The North Face Crestone Backpack - Front View
Specs Brand The North Face The North Face
Name Hydra 26L Backpack Crestone Backpack
Category Hiking Daypack
Sub Category Backpacking Outdoor
Capacity (L) 26L 27.5L
Dimensions (in) 24 x 15 x 5 18.13 x 11 x 8.25
Weight (lb) 2 1
Fabric 70D IronLite nylon with non-PFC durable water-repellent (non-PFC DWR) finish.
Color Goblin Blue/Beta Blue Mild Grey Heather/TNF Black
Warranty Lifetime
Rating 1 4.7
Price Under $150 Under $100
General Features Shoulder Straps J shape - adjustable padded strap J shape - adjustable padded strap
Sternum / Chest Straps Adjustable chest strap Sternum strap with whistle buckle
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 2 side slip in pockets, 1 front zip pocket, Contrast embroidered The North Face logo on center top
Internal Compartments Laptop sleeve, simplified organization in front pocket, tablet sleeve and key fob
Side Pockets 2 slip-in side pockets 2 slip-in side pockets
Water Bottle Yes Yes
Handles Top grab handle Two webbing top handles
Lightweight Lightweight
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Padded and protective 15" laptop sleeve
Tablet Sleeve Padded
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel FlashDry back panel Padded back panel
Hydration Features Hydration Compatible Integrated hydration sleeve

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


The North Face's Hydra 26L Backpack is a Hiking backpack with Backpacking features while The North Face's Crestone Backpack is a Daypack 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 Crestone Backpack's capacity is 27.5L with a size of 18.13 x 11 x 8.25 inches. Constructed from it weighs 1 pounds and is available in Mild Grey Heather/TNF Black.