The North Face Top Loader Daypack vs The North Face Hydra 26L Backpack

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.

The North Face Top Loader Daypack Front View
The North Face Hydra 26L Backpack - Front View
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

You're currently comparing the Top Loader Daypack by The North Face against the Hydra 26L Backpack by The North Face.


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.