The North Face Recon Backpack vs The North Face Rapidus 30 Backpack

The main difference between the The North Face Recon Backpack and the The North Face Rapidus 30 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 Rapidus 30 Backpack does not.

The North Face Recon School Laptop Backpack - Front View
The North Face Rapidus 30 Backpack - Front View
Specs Brand The North Face The North Face
Name Recon Backpack Rapidus 30 Backpack
Category School Ski
Sub Category Laptop Sports
Capacity (L) 30L 30L
Dimensions (in) ‎6 x 6 x 2
Weight (lb) 2
Fabric 210D recycled nylon ripstop with non-PFC durable water-repellent (non-PFC DWR) finish 10% nylon
Color ‎Cone Orange/Tnf Black Bluebird / Turbulence Grey
Warranty Lifetime
Release Date July 29, 2022 June 18, 2019
Rating 4.8
Price Under $150 Under $150
General Features Shoulder Straps J shape - adjustable articulated shoulder straps Straight - 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 U 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, 1 side crampon, 1 side skin, 1 insulated water bottle
Internal Compartments Protective dedicated laptop compartment, Front compartment has internal organization with secure-zip pockets and a padded tablet sleeve
Side Pockets 1 side slip-in pocket
Water Bottle Yes Yes
Handles Comfortable, padded top grab handle Top grab handle
Loops and Attachments Ice-axe carry with covered tip for secure and protected carry
Lightweight Lightweight
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel FlashDry back panel
Baby Features Insulated Pockets Insulated water bottle holder
Other Features Other Features Women-specific version available

You're currently comparing the Recon Backpack by The North Face against the Rapidus 30 Backpack by The North Face.


The North Face's Recon Backpack is a School backpack with Laptop features while The North Face's Rapidus 30 Backpack is a Ski backpack with Sports 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 Rapidus 30 Backpack's capacity is 30L with a size of inches. Constructed from 10% nylon it weighs pounds and is available in Bluebird / Turbulence Grey.