The North Face Top Loader Daypack vs The North Face Chimera 24L Backpack

The main difference between the The North Face Top Loader Daypack and the The North Face Chimera 24L Backpack is that the Top Loader Daypack has Loops and Attachments (Leather patch, bike-light loop) while the Chimera 24L Backpack does not.

The North Face Top Loader Daypack Front View
The North Face Chimera 24L Backpack - Front View
Specs Brand The North Face The North Face
Name Top Loader Daypack Chimera 24L Backpack
Category Daypack Hiking
Sub Category Commuter Backpacking
Capacity (L) 16L 24L
Dimensions (in) 10.24 x 4.13 x 14.37 23 x 13 x 4
Weight (lb) 1.0 1lb 5oz
Fabric 600D Polyester 70D IronLite nylon, non-PFC DWR finish
Color 2 colors and patterns Banff Blue/Aviator Navy
Warranty The North Face Lifetime Warranty Lifetime
Release Date May 16, 2019
Rating 4.4 3.7
Price Under $75 Under $100
General Features Shoulder Straps Padded shoulder straps Straight - adjustable padded strap
Sternum / Chest Straps Adjustable sternum strap
Hip Belt / Waist Strap Adjustable waist belt
Water Proof / Water Resistant Water-repellent finish Water-resistant
Zippers Nylon zipper with string pulls
Main Compartment Access Top loading access Normal top two way zip access
External Pockets Invisible top zipped pocket Side pockets, front stash pocket, 4 harness pockets
Internal Compartments Main and secondary compartments
Side Pockets 2 slip-in side pockets
Water Bottle No Yes
Handles Top grab handle Top grab handle
Loops and Attachments Leather patch, bike-light loop
Lightweight Lightweight
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Laptop sleeve fits laptop up to 13"
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Padded back panel FlashDry back panel
Hydration Features Hydration Compatible Built-in hydration sleeve

You're currently comparing the Top Loader Daypack by The North Face against the Chimera 24L Backpack by The North Face.


The North Face 's Top Loader Daypack is a Daypack backpack with Commuter features while The North Face's Chimera 24L Backpack is a Hiking backpack with Backpacking features.

The The North Face Top Loader Daypack has a capacity of 16L (liters), weighs 1.0 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 10.24 x 4.13 x 14.37. It's made of 600D Polyester and is available in 2 colors and patterns in comparison the The North Face Chimera 24L Backpack's capacity is 24L with a size of 23 x 13 x 4 inches. Constructed from 70D IronLite nylon, non-PFC DWR finish it weighs 1lb 5oz pounds and is available in Banff Blue/Aviator Navy.