The main difference between the The North Face Top Loader Daypack and the The North Face Hydra 26L Backpack is that the Top Loader Daypack has Water Proof / Water Resistant (Water-repellent finish) while the Hydra 26L Backpack does not.
Specs | Brand | The North Face | The North Face |
Name | Top Loader Daypack | Hydra 26L Backpack | |
Category | Daypack | Hiking | |
Sub Category | Commuter | Backpacking | |
Capacity (L) | 16L | 26L | |
Dimensions (in) | 10.24 x 4.13 x 14.37 | 24 x 15 x 5 | |
Weight (lb) | 1.0 | 2 | |
Fabric | 600D Polyester | 70D IronLite nylon with non-PFC durable water-repellent (non-PFC DWR) finish. | |
Color | 2 colors and patterns | Goblin Blue/Beta Blue | |
Warranty | The North Face Lifetime Warranty | Lifetime | |
Release Date | May 16, 2019 | ||
Rating | 4.4 | 1 | |
Price | Under $75 | Under $150 | |
General Features | Shoulder Straps | Padded shoulder straps | J shape - adjustable padded strap |
Sternum / Chest Straps | Adjustable chest strap | ||
Hip Belt / Waist Strap | Adjustable waist strap | ||
Water Proof / Water Resistant | Water-repellent finish | ||
Zippers | Nylon zipper with string pulls | ||
Main Compartment Access | Top loading access | Normal top two way zip access | |
External Pockets | Invisible top zipped pocket | 2 stretch side pockets, beaver-tail pocket, hydration sleeve and 2 tool keepers | |
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 | Integrated hydration sleeve |
The North Face 's Top Loader Daypack is a Daypack backpack with Commuter features while The North Face's Hydra 26L 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 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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