The North Face Recon Backpack vs LOCALLION Sports Running Hydration Pack

The main difference between the The North Face Recon Backpack and the LOCALLION Sports Running Hydration Pack is that the Recon Backpack has Loops and Attachments (Extendable front stash pocket with daisy chains and fleece-lined pocket for sunglasses, phone or keys) while the Sports Running Hydration Pack does not.

The North Face Recon Backpack Front View
LOCALLION Sports Running Hydration Pack Front View
Specs Brand The North Face LOCALLION
Name Recon Backpack Sports Running Hydration Pack
Category Sports Sports
Sub Category Running Running
Capacity (L) 30L 18L
Dimensions (in) 19.25 x 13 x 7 9.8 x 17 x 5.1
Weight (lb) 2 0.6
Fabric Nylon with Non-PFC DWR Finish Nylon
Color 20+ colors and patterns 6 colors and patterns
Warranty The North Face Lifetime Warranty
Release Date July 12, 2012 March 2, 2020
Rating 4.8 4.4
Price Under $100 Under $50
General Features Shoulder Straps Flexible yoke built from custom injection-molded shoulder straps Adjustable mesh shoulder straps
Sternum / Chest Straps Sternum strap with whistle buckle Adjustable chest strap with whistle
Hip Belt / Waist Strap Removable waist belt Adjustable waist band
Zippers Top quality zippers
Main Compartment Access Normal zipped access Normal zipped access
External Pockets 2 zipped front pockets and 2 side pockets 1 zipped front pocket, 2 side pockets, and Helmet net pocket
Internal Compartments Internal hydration sleeve
Side Pockets Side pockets can fit water bottle Side pockets can fit water bottle
Water Bottle Yes Yes
Handles Padded top grab handle Top grab handle
Loops and Attachments Extendable front stash pocket with daisy chains and fleece-lined pocket for sunglasses, phone or keys
Lightweight Yes
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Dedicated, highly protective laptop compartment
Tablet Sleeve Padded tablet sleeve
Organizer Pocket Front utility pocket with organizer
Travel Features Compression Straps External compression straps
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Padded mesh back and breathable lumbar panel
Ventilated Back Mesh and poriferous EVA design on the back
Reflective Safety Strips 360-degree reflective accents Reflective band
Hydration Features Hydration Compatible Yes

You're currently comparing the Recon Backpack by The North Face against the Sports Running Hydration Pack by LOCALLION .


The North Face 's Recon Backpack is a Sports backpack with Running features while LOCALLION 's Sports Running Hydration Pack is a Sports backpack with Running features.

The The North Face Recon Backpack has a capacity of 30L (liters), weighs 2 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 19.25 x 13 x 7. It's made of Nylon with Non-PFC DWR Finish and is available in 20+ colors and patterns in comparison the LOCALLION Sports Running Hydration Pack's capacity is 18L with a size of 9.8 x 17 x 5.1 inches. Constructed from Nylon it weighs 0.6 pounds and is available in 6 colors and patterns.