Mountaintop 40L Hiking Backpack vs The North Face Explore Haulaback Backpack

The main difference between the Mountaintop 40L Hiking Backpack and the The North Face Explore Haulaback Backpack is that the 40L Hiking Backpack has Hip Belt / Waist Strap (Adjustable waist belt) while the Explore Haulaback Backpack does not.

Mountaintop 40L Hiking Backpack FRont View
The North Face Explore Haulaback Backpack - Front View
Specs Brand Mountaintop The North Face
Name 40L Hiking Backpack Explore Haulaback Backpack
Category Hiking Backpacking
Sub Category Outdoor Hiking
Capacity (L) 40L 43.5L
Dimensions (in) 20.1 x 13.8 x 6.3 1.5 x 11 x 23.5
Weight (lb) 2.1 3.34
Fabric Polyester 900D 100% polyester with non-PFC durable water-repellent finish
Color 20+ colors and patterns Peak Purple/Tnf Black
Warranty Mountaintop Warranty Lifetime
Release Date August 1, 2016
Rating 4.6 5
Price Under $50 Under $100
General Features Shoulder Straps S-curve sponge padded shoulder strap Padded shoulder straps
Sternum / Chest Straps Elastic chest strap Adjustable chest strap
Hip Belt / Waist Strap Adjustable waist belt
Water Proof / Water Resistant Water resistant material
Zippers YKK zippers Nylon zipper with string pulls
Main Compartment Access Normal zipped access Zippered opening at the top and side for easy access
External Pockets Zipped top, middle and bottom pockets plus two side pockets
Internal Compartments Spacious main compartment with pockets Laptop compartment
Side Pockets Side pockets can fit water bottle or umbrella
Water Bottle Yes
Handles Top grab handle Four padded webbing handles
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Laptop pocket fits up to 17" Padded
Tablet Sleeve Separate tablet pocket
Organizer Pocket Front utility pocket
Travel Features Carry-on Size Compliant 40.2 linear inches carry on size compliant
Compression Straps External compression straps
Base / Bottom Dedicated zip bottom
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Breathable padded back panel Padded flat back panel
Rain Cover Rain cover included
Ventilated Back Air diversion back system
Trekking Pole Holders Hiking pole attachment
Gym / Sports Features Laundry Pocket Dedicated zip bottom compartment to keep shoes and dirty laundry separate
Shoe Compartment Bottom compartment for shoes

You're currently comparing the 40L Hiking Backpack by Mountaintop against the Explore Haulaback Backpack by The North Face.


Mountaintop 's 40L Hiking Backpack is a Hiking backpack with Outdoor features while The North Face's Explore Haulaback Backpack is a Backpacking backpack with Hiking features.

The Mountaintop 40L Hiking Backpack has a capacity of 40L (liters), weighs 2.1 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 20.1 x 13.8 x 6.3 . It's made of Polyester and is available in 20+ colors and patterns in comparison the The North Face Explore Haulaback Backpack's capacity is 43.5L with a size of 1.5 x 11 x 23.5 inches. Constructed from 900D 100% polyester with non-PFC durable water-repellent finish it weighs 3.34 pounds and is available in Peak Purple/Tnf Black.