The North Face Recon Backpack vs Kroser 17.3" Laptop Backpack

The main difference between the The North Face Recon Backpack and the Kroser 17.3" Laptop Backpack is that the Recon Backpack has Sternum / Chest Straps (Sternum strap with a whistle buckle) while the 17.3" Laptop Backpack does not.

The North Face Recon School Laptop Backpack - Front View
Kroser 17.3 Inch Laptop Backpack Front View
Specs Brand The North Face Kroser
Name Recon Backpack 17.3" Laptop Backpack
Category School Laptop
Sub Category Laptop School
Capacity (L) 30L
Dimensions (in) ‎6 x 6 x 2 17.7 x 12.2 x 7.5
Weight (lb) 2 2.6
Fabric 210D recycled nylon ripstop with non-PFC durable water-repellent (non-PFC DWR) finish Polyester
Color ‎Cone Orange/Tnf Black 3 colors and pattern
Warranty Kroser 30 Days Return Policy
Release Date July 29, 2022 February 1, 2018
Rating 4.8 4.8
Price Under $150 Under $50
General Features Shoulder Straps J shape - adjustable articulated shoulder straps Adjustable padded shoulder straps
Sternum / Chest Straps Sternum strap with a whistle buckle
Hip Belt / Waist Strap Removable waist belt
Water Proof / Water Resistant Water repellant material
Zippers Nylon zipper with U-pull zippers are easy to grab Leather zipper pulls
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, 2 front and 2 side zipped pockets
Internal Compartments Protective dedicated laptop compartment, Front compartment has internal organization with secure-zip pockets and a padded tablet sleeve Dual compartment with multi-pockets
Side Pockets Side pockets can fit water bottler and umbrella
Water Bottle Yes Yes
Handles Comfortable, padded top grab handle Padded top grab handle
USB Charger Built-in USB charger
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Padded laptop sleeve fits up to 17.3"
Tablet Sleeve Dedicated tablet compartment
Organizer Pocket Front utility pocket with organizer
Travel Features Luggage Straps / Trolley Sleeve Luggage attachment panel secures it to a roller bag
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Breathable and soft padded pack panel
Other Features Other Features Women-specific version available

You're currently comparing the Recon Backpack by The North Face against the 17.3" Laptop Backpack by Kroser .


The North Face's Recon Backpack is a School backpack with Laptop features while Kroser 's 17.3" 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 Kroser 17.3" Laptop Backpack 's capacity is with a size of 17.7 x 12.2 x 7.5 inches. Constructed from Polyester it weighs 2.6 pounds and is available in 3 colors and pattern.