The North Face Recon Backpack vs The North Face Top Loader Daypack

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

The North Face Recon School Laptop Backpack - Front View
The North Face Top Loader Daypack Front View
Specs Brand The North Face The North Face
Name Recon Backpack Top Loader Daypack
Category School Daypack
Sub Category Laptop Commuter
Capacity (L) 30L 16L
Dimensions (in) ‎6 x 6 x 2 10.24 x 4.13 x 14.37
Weight (lb) 2 1.0
Fabric 210D recycled nylon ripstop with non-PFC durable water-repellent (non-PFC DWR) finish 600D Polyester
Color ‎Cone Orange/Tnf Black 2 colors and patterns
Warranty The North Face Lifetime Warranty
Release Date July 29, 2022 May 16, 2019
Rating 4.8 4.4
Price Under $150 Under $75
General Features Shoulder Straps J shape - adjustable articulated shoulder straps Padded shoulder straps
Sternum / Chest Straps Sternum strap with a whistle buckle
Hip Belt / Waist Strap Removable waist belt
Water Proof / Water Resistant Water-repellent finish
Zippers Nylon zipper with U-pull zippers are easy to grab
Main Compartment Access Top loading 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, Invisible top zipped pocket
Internal Compartments Protective dedicated laptop compartment, Front compartment has internal organization with secure-zip pockets and a padded tablet sleeve
Water Bottle Yes No
Handles Comfortable, padded top grab handle Top grab handle
Loops and Attachments Leather patch, bike-light loop
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Laptop sleeve fits laptop up to 13"
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 Top Loader Daypack by The North Face .


The North Face's Recon Backpack is a School backpack with Laptop features while The North Face 's Top Loader Daypack is a Daypack backpack with Commuter 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 Top Loader Daypack's capacity is 16L with a size of 10.24 x 4.13 x 14.37 inches. Constructed from 600D Polyester it weighs 1.0 pounds and is available in 2 colors and patterns.