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

The main difference between the The North Face Hydra 26L Backpack and the The North Face Router Backpack is that the Hydra 26L Backpack has Zippers (Nylon zipper with string pulls) while the Router Backpack does not.

The North Face Hydra 26L Backpack - Front View
The North Face Router Backpack Front View
Specs Brand The North Face The North Face
Name Hydra 26L Backpack Router Backpack
Category Hiking School
Sub Category Backpacking Laptop
Capacity (L) 26L 40L
Dimensions (in) 24 x 15 x 5 21.25 x 14 x 10.5
Weight (lb) 2 3.3
Fabric 70D IronLite nylon with non-PFC durable water-repellent (non-PFC DWR) finish. 500D Nylon Oxford Slub, 420 D Nylon, 210D Cordura Nylon Ripstop
Color Goblin Blue/Beta Blue 4 colors and patterns
Warranty Lifetime The North Face Lifetime Warranty
Release Date August 15, 2014
Rating 1 4.7
Price Under $150 Under $175
General Features Shoulder Straps J shape - adjustable padded strap Custom injection-molded shoulder straps
Sternum / Chest Straps Adjustable chest strap Sternum strap with whistle buckle
Hip Belt / Waist Strap Adjustable waist strap Removable waist belt
Water Proof / Water Resistant Water repellant finish
Zippers Nylon zipper with string pulls
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 2 zipped front pockets and 2 side pockets
Side Pockets 2 slip-in side pockets Side pockets can fit water bottle
Water Bottle Yes Yes
Handles Top grab handle Padded top handle and front haul handle
Loops and Attachments 360 degree reflective bike-light loop
Lightweight Lightweight
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Dedicated laptop compartment fits up to 17"
Tablet Sleeve Padded fleece-lined tablet sleeve
Travel Features Compression Straps External compression straps
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel FlashDry back panel The FlexVentâ„¢ suspension system
Reflective Safety Strips Reflective details
Hydration Features Hydration Compatible Integrated hydration sleeve

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


The North Face's Hydra 26L Backpack is a Hiking backpack with Backpacking features while The North Face 's Router Backpack is a School 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 Router Backpack's capacity is 40L with a size of 21.25 x 14 x 10.5 inches. Constructed from 500D Nylon Oxford Slub, 420 D Nylon, 210D Cordura Nylon Ripstop it weighs 3.3 pounds and is available in 4 colors and patterns.