The North Face Recon Backpack vs Element Strain Backpack
The main difference between the The North Face Recon Backpack and the Element Strain Backpack is that the Recon Backpack has Sternum / Chest Straps (Sternum strap with a whistle buckle) while the Strain Backpack does not.
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| Specs | Brand | The North Face | Element |
| Name | Recon Backpack | Strain Backpack | |
| Category | School | Laptop | |
| Sub Category | Laptop | School | |
| Capacity (L) | 30L | 27L | |
| Dimensions (in) | 6 x 6 x 2 | 20 x 15 x 6 | |
| Weight (lb) | 2 | 2 | |
| Fabric | 210D recycled nylon ripstop with non-PFC durable water-repellent (non-PFC DWR) finish | DWR recycled cotton canvas PU2 backing | |
| Color | Cone Orange/Tnf Black | Off Black | |
| Release Date | July 29, 2022 | ||
| Rating | 4.8 | ||
| Price | Under $150 | Under $100 | |
| General Features | Shoulder Straps | J shape - adjustable articulated shoulder straps | Ergonomic padded straps with 3D air mesh backing |
| Sternum / Chest Straps | Sternum strap with a whistle buckle | ||
| Hip Belt / Waist Strap | Removable waist belt | ||
| Zippers | Nylon zipper with U-pull zippers are easy to grab | ||
| Main Compartment Access | Easy access zippered side entry. | ||
| External Pockets | Fleece-lined pocket for sunglasses, phone or keys. Two durable, external water bottle pockets can easily double as multi-use pockets with quick-draw smartphone access on one side. Two side compression webbing straps. Bottom compression. Webbing daisy chain offers lash points, stretch-mesh pocket, | 1 front zippered drop pocket | |
| Internal Compartments | Protective dedicated laptop compartment, Front compartment has internal organization with secure-zip pockets and a padded tablet sleeve | 1 internal slots organizer | |
| Water Bottle | Yes | ||
| Handles | Comfortable, padded top grab handle | ||
| Business & School Features | Laptop Sleeve | 1 padded laptop sleeve 13" to 15" | |
| Travel Features | Base / Bottom | Reinforced ripstop bottom base | |
| Hiking / Backpacking Features | Back Panel | Paded back panel | |
| Other Features | Other Features | Women-specific version available | |
You're currently comparing the Recon Backpack by The North Face against the Strain Backpack by Element.
The North Face's Recon Backpack is a School backpack with Laptop features while Element's Strain Backpack is a Laptop backpack with School features.
The The North Face Recon Backpack has a capacity of 30L (liters), weighs 2 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 6 x 6 x 2. It's made of 210D recycled nylon ripstop with non-PFC durable water-repellent (non-PFC DWR) finish and is available in Cone Orange/Tnf Black in comparison the Element Strain Backpack's capacity is 27L with a size of 20 x 15 x 6 inches. Constructed from DWR recycled cotton canvas PU2 backing it weighs 2 pounds and is available in Off Black.
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