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

The main difference between the The North Face Top Loader Daypack and the The North Face Recon Backpack is that the Top Loader Daypack has Water Proof / Water Resistant (Water-repellent finish) while the Recon Backpack does not.

The North Face Top Loader Daypack Front View
The North Face Recon Backpack Front View
Specs Brand The North Face The North Face
Name Top Loader Daypack Recon Backpack
Category Daypack Sports
Sub Category Commuter Running
Capacity (L) 16L 30L
Dimensions (in) 10.24 x 4.13 x 14.37 19.25 x 13 x 7
Weight (lb) 1.0 2
Fabric 600D Polyester Nylon with Non-PFC DWR Finish
Color 2 colors and patterns 20+ colors and patterns
Warranty The North Face Lifetime Warranty The North Face Lifetime Warranty
Release Date May 16, 2019 July 12, 2012
Rating 4.4 4.8
Price Under $75 Under $100
General Features Shoulder Straps Padded shoulder straps Flexible yoke built from custom injection-molded shoulder straps
Sternum / Chest Straps Sternum strap with whistle buckle
Hip Belt / Waist Strap Removable waist belt
Water Proof / Water Resistant Water-repellent finish
Main Compartment Access Top loading access Normal zipped access
External Pockets Invisible top zipped pocket 2 zipped front pockets and 2 side pockets
Side Pockets Side pockets can fit water bottle
Water Bottle No Yes
Handles Top grab handle Padded top grab handle
Loops and Attachments Leather patch, bike-light loop Extendable front stash pocket with daisy chains and fleece-lined pocket for sunglasses, phone or keys
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Laptop sleeve fits laptop up to 13" Dedicated, highly protective laptop compartment
Tablet Sleeve Padded tablet sleeve
Organizer Pocket Front utility pocket with organizer
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Padded back panel Padded mesh back and breathable lumbar panel
Reflective Safety Strips 360-degree reflective accents

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


The North Face 's Top Loader Daypack is a Daypack backpack with Commuter features while The North Face 's Recon Backpack is a Sports backpack with Running 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 Recon Backpack's capacity is 30L with a size of 19.25 x 13 x 7 inches. Constructed from Nylon with Non-PFC DWR Finish it weighs 2 pounds and is available in 20+ colors and patterns.