The main difference between the The North Face Hydra 26L Backpack and the The North Face Women's Aurora Backpack is that the Hydra 26L Backpack has Hip Belt / Waist Strap (Adjustable waist strap) while the Women's Aurora Backpack does not.
Specs | Brand | The North Face | The North Face |
Name | Hydra 26L Backpack | Women's Aurora Backpack | |
Category | Hiking | Women's | |
Sub Category | Backpacking | Everyday | |
Capacity (L) | 26L | 22L | |
Dimensions (in) | 24 x 15 x 5 | 12.5 x 7.5 x 18 | |
Weight (lb) | 2 | 1.7 | |
Fabric | 70D IronLite nylon with non-PFC durable water-repellent (non-PFC DWR) finish. | 300D Heathered Polyester | |
Color | Goblin Blue/Beta Blue | 5 colors and patterns | |
Warranty | Lifetime | The North Face Lifetime Warranty | |
Rating | 1 | 4.7 | |
Price | Under $150 | Under $75 | |
General Features | Shoulder Straps | J shape - adjustable padded strap | Women-specific shoulder straps |
Sternum / Chest Straps | Adjustable chest strap | Hideaway sternum strap | |
Hip Belt / Waist Strap | Adjustable waist strap | ||
Water Proof / Water Resistant | Water repellent finish | ||
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 | Top zipped pocket, front and side stretch pockets | |
Internal Compartments | 2 interior pen pockets | ||
Side Pockets | 2 slip-in side pockets | Side pocket can fit water bottle | |
Water Bottle | Yes | Yes | |
Handles | Top grab handle | Top grab handle | |
Lightweight | Lightweight | ||
Business & School Features | Laptop Sleeve | Fleece-lined laptop compartment | |
Hiking / Backpacking Features | Back Panel | FlashDry back panel | Women-specific back panel |
Load Lifters | Yes | ||
Hydration Features | Hydration Compatible | Integrated hydration sleeve |
The North Face's Hydra 26L Backpack is a Hiking backpack with Backpacking features while The North Face 's Women's Aurora Backpack is a Women's 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 Women's Aurora Backpack's capacity is 22L with a size of 12.5 x 7.5 x 18 inches. Constructed from 300D Heathered Polyester it weighs 1.7 pounds and is available in 5 colors and patterns.
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