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

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

The North Face Hydra 26L Backpack - Front View
The North Face Sunder Backpack Front View
Specs Brand The North Face The North Face
Name Hydra 26L Backpack Sunder Backpack
Category Hiking Laptop
Sub Category Backpacking Everyday
Capacity (L) 26L 31L
Dimensions (in) 24 x 15 x 5 24 x 13 x 6
Weight (lb) 2 0.6
Fabric 70D IronLite nylon with non-PFC durable water-repellent (non-PFC DWR) finish. 600D Recycled Polyester
Color Goblin Blue/Beta Blue 6 colors and patterns
Warranty Lifetime The North Face Lifetime Warranty
Rating 1 4.6
Price Under $150 Under $75
General Features Shoulder Straps J shape - adjustable padded strap Padded shoulder straps
Sternum / Chest Straps Adjustable chest strap
Hip Belt / Waist Strap Adjustable waist strap
Water Proof / Water Resistant Water repellant material
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 1 front zipped pocket
Side Pockets 2 slip-in side pockets Side pockets can fit water bottle
Water Bottle Yes Yes
Handles Top grab handle Top grab handle
Loops and Attachments Gear loops
Lightweight Lightweight
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Padded laptop sleeve fits laptop up to 15"
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 Sunder Backpack by The North Face .


The North Face's Hydra 26L Backpack is a Hiking backpack with Backpacking features while The North Face 's Sunder Backpack is a Laptop backpack with Everyday 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 Sunder Backpack's capacity is 31L with a size of 24 x 13 x 6 inches. Constructed from 600D Recycled Polyester it weighs 0.6 pounds and is available in 6 colors and patterns.