The North Face Hydra 26L Backpack vs The North Face Womens Borealis 27L Backpack

The main difference between the The North Face Hydra 26L Backpack and the The North Face Womens Borealis 27L Backpack is that the Hydra 26L Backpack has Zippers (Nylon zipper with string pulls) while the Womens Borealis 27L Backpack does not.

The North Face Hydra 26L Backpack - Front View
The North Face Womens Borealis 27L Backpack Side View
Specs Brand The North Face The North Face
Name Hydra 26L Backpack Womens Borealis 27L Backpack
Category Hiking Womens
Sub Category Backpacking Travel
Capacity (L) 26L 27L
Dimensions (in) 24 x 15 x 5 19.37 x 15.79 x 3.11
Weight (lb) 2 2.3
Fabric 70D IronLite nylon with non-PFC durable water-repellent (non-PFC DWR) finish. 100% Polyester
Color Goblin Blue/Beta Blue 3 Colors and patterns
Warranty Lifetime The North Face Lifetime Warranty
Rating 1
Price Under $150 Under $125
General Features Shoulder Straps J shape - adjustable padded strap FlexVent suspension system with padded mesh back panel and shoulder straps
Sternum / Chest Straps Adjustable chest strap Adjustable sternum strap
Hip Belt / Waist Strap Adjustable waist strap Adjustable waist strap
Zippers Nylon zipper with string pulls
Main Compartment Access Normal top two way zip access
External Pockets 2 stretch side pockets, beaver-tail pocket, hydration sleeve and 2 tool keepers 1 zipped front pocket 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 grab handle
Loops and Attachments Front elastic bungee system
Lightweight Lightweight
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Padded laptop sleeve that fits up to 15"
Tablet Sleeve Padded tablet sleeve
Organizer Pocket Front utility pocket with organizer
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel FlashDry back panel
Reflective Safety Strips 360-degree reflectivity
Hydration Features Hydration Compatible Integrated hydration sleeve

You're currently comparing the Hydra 26L Backpack by The North Face against the Womens Borealis 27L Backpack by The North Face.


The North Face's Hydra 26L Backpack is a Hiking backpack with Backpacking features while The North Face's Womens Borealis 27L Backpack is a Womens backpack with Travel 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 Womens Borealis 27L Backpack 's capacity is 27L with a size of 19.37 x 15.79 x 3.11 inches. Constructed from 100% Polyester it weighs 2.3 pounds and is available in 3 Colors and patterns.