The North Face Recon Backpack vs The North Face Hydra 26L Backpack
The main difference between the The North Face Recon Backpack and the The North Face Hydra 26L Backpack is that the Recon Backpack has Internal Compartments (Protective dedicated laptop compartment, Front compartment has internal organization with secure-zip pockets and a padded tablet sleeve) while the Hydra 26L Backpack does not.
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| Specs | Brand | The North Face | The North Face |
| Name | Recon Backpack | Hydra 26L Backpack | |
| Category | School | Hiking | |
| Sub Category | Laptop | Backpacking | |
| Capacity (L) | 30L | 26L | |
| Dimensions (in) | 6 x 6 x 2 | 24 x 15 x 5 | |
| Weight (lb) | 2 | 2 | |
| Fabric | 210D recycled nylon ripstop with non-PFC durable water-repellent (non-PFC DWR) finish | 70D IronLite nylon with non-PFC durable water-repellent (non-PFC DWR) finish. | |
| Color | Cone Orange/Tnf Black | Goblin Blue/Beta Blue | |
| Warranty | Lifetime | ||
| Release Date | July 29, 2022 | ||
| Rating | 4.8 | 1 | |
| Price | Under $150 | Under $150 | |
| General Features | Shoulder Straps | J shape - adjustable articulated shoulder straps | J shape - adjustable padded strap |
| Sternum / Chest Straps | Sternum strap with a whistle buckle | Adjustable chest strap | |
| Hip Belt / Waist Strap | Removable waist belt | Adjustable waist strap | |
| Zippers | Nylon zipper with U-pull zippers are easy to grab | Nylon zipper with string pulls | |
| Main Compartment Access | Normal top two way zip 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 stretch side pockets, beaver-tail pocket, hydration sleeve and 2 tool keepers | |
| Internal Compartments | Protective dedicated laptop compartment, Front compartment has internal organization with secure-zip pockets and a padded tablet sleeve | ||
| Side Pockets | 2 slip-in side pockets | ||
| Water Bottle | Yes | Yes | |
| Handles | Comfortable, padded top grab handle | Top grab handle | |
| Lightweight | Lightweight | ||
| Hiking / Backpacking Features | Back Panel | FlashDry back panel | |
| Hydration Features | Hydration Compatible | Integrated hydration sleeve | |
| Other Features | Other Features | Women-specific version available | |
You're currently comparing the Recon Backpack by The North Face against the Hydra 26L Backpack by The North Face.
The North Face's Recon Backpack is a School backpack with Laptop features while The North Face's Hydra 26L Backpack is a Hiking backpack with Backpacking 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 The North Face Hydra 26L Backpack's capacity is 26L with a size of 24 x 15 x 5 inches. Constructed from 70D IronLite nylon with non-PFC durable water-repellent (non-PFC DWR) finish. it weighs 2 pounds and is available in Goblin Blue/Beta Blue.
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