The North Face Recon Backpack vs High Sierra Access 2.0 Laptop Backpack

The main difference between the The North Face Recon Backpack and the High Sierra Access 2.0 Laptop Backpack is that the Recon Backpack has Hip Belt / Waist Strap (Removable waist belt) while the Access 2.0 Laptop Backpack does not.

The North Face Recon School Laptop Backpack - Front View
High Sierra Access 2.0 Laptop Backpack Front View
Specs Brand The North Face High Sierra
Name Recon Backpack Access 2.0 Laptop Backpack
Category School Laptop
Sub Category Laptop School
Capacity (L) 30L 45L
Dimensions (in) ‎6 x 6 x 2 20. x 15. x 9.5
Weight (lb) 2 2.4
Fabric 210D recycled nylon ripstop with non-PFC durable water-repellent (non-PFC DWR) finish 1000D Polyester Ripstop
Color ‎Cone Orange/Tnf Black 6 colors and patterns
Warranty High Sierra Limited Lifetime Warranty
Release Date July 29, 2022
Rating 4.8 4.7
Price Under $150 Under $75
General Features Shoulder Straps J shape - adjustable articulated shoulder straps Articulated S-shaped mesh padded shoulder straps
Sternum / Chest Straps Sternum strap with a whistle buckle Adjustable sternum strap
Hip Belt / Waist Strap Removable waist belt
Zippers Nylon zipper with U-pull zippers are easy to grab
Main Compartment Access Normal zipped access
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, Multiple exterior zipped pockets and 2 side pockets
Internal Compartments Protective dedicated laptop compartment, Front compartment has internal organization with secure-zip pockets and a padded tablet sleeve
Side Pockets Side pockets can fit water bottle
Water Bottle Yes Yes
Handles Comfortable, padded top grab handle Top grab handle
Loops and Attachments Daisy chains, front hook
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Fully-padded cushion zone fits laptop up to 15"
Tablet Sleeve Dedicated padded Tech Spot tablet sleeve
Travel Features Compression Straps External compression straps
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Padded back panel
Other Features Other Features Women-specific version available

You're currently comparing the Recon Backpack by The North Face against the Access 2.0 Laptop Backpack by High Sierra .


The North Face's Recon Backpack is a School backpack with Laptop features while High Sierra 's Access 2.0 Laptop 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 High Sierra Access 2.0 Laptop Backpack's capacity is 45L with a size of 20. x 15. x 9.5 inches. Constructed from 1000D Polyester Ripstop it weighs 2.4 pounds and is available in 6 colors and patterns.