The North Face Borealis Backpack vs The North Face Youth Mini Explorer Backpack
The main difference between the The North Face Borealis Backpack and the The North Face Youth Mini Explorer Backpack is that the Borealis Backpack has Hip Belt / Waist Strap (Removable waist belt) while the Youth Mini Explorer Backpack does not.
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| Specs | Brand | The North Face | The North Face |
| Name | Borealis Backpack | Youth Mini Explorer Backpack | |
| Category | Laptop | School | |
| Sub Category | School | Daypack | |
| Capacity (L) | 28L | 10L | |
| Dimensions (in) | 19.75 x 13.25 x 9.75 | 8.875 x 5.5 x 11.875 | |
| Weight (lb) | 2 | 0.25 | |
| Fabric | 600D Polyester Toile, 500D Nylon Oxford Slub, 420D Nylon, 210D Cordura® Nylon Ripstop, Polyester Jacquard Camo | 600D recycled polyester with non-PFC Durable Water-Repellent (DWR) finish | |
| Color | 30+ colors and patterns | Acoustic Blue Triangle Camo Print/Acoustic Blue | |
| Warranty | The North Face Lifetime Warranty | ||
| Release Date | December 11, 2013 | ||
| Rating | 4.8 | 4.6 | |
| Price | Under $100 | Under $50 | |
| General Features | Shoulder Straps | Flexible yoke built from custom injection-molded shoulder straps | Straight - adjustable padded strap |
| Sternum / Chest Straps | Sternum strap with whistle buckle | Hook-&-loop sternum straps | |
| Hip Belt / Waist Strap | Removable waist belt | ||
| Water Proof / Water Resistant | Water-Repellent | ||
| Zippers | Nylon zipper with metal pulls | ||
| Main Compartment Access | Normal zipped access | Normal top zipped flap access | |
| External Pockets | 1 zipped front pocket and 2 side pockets | Metal snap pockets on the front, 2 side pockets | |
| Side Pockets | Side pockets can fit water bottle | 2 slip in side pockets | |
| Water Bottle | Yes | Yes | |
| Handles | Padded top grab handle | Top grab nylon handle | |
| Loops and Attachments | Front elastic bungee system, fleece-lined pocket for sunglasses | ||
| Business & School Features | Laptop Sleeve | Dedicated, highly protective laptop compartment | |
| Tablet Sleeve | Padded tablet sleeve | ||
| Organizer Pocket | Front utility pocket with organizer | ||
| Travel Features | Carry-on Size Compliant | Padded mesh back and breathable lumbar panel | |
| Hiking / Backpacking Features | Back Panel | Padded | |
| Reflective Safety Strips | 360-degree reflective accents | ||
| Youtube Video | Youtube Video Link | https://youtu.be/i1XfoxGmwQQ | |
You're currently comparing the Borealis Backpack by The North Face against the Youth Mini Explorer Backpack by The North Face.
The North Face 's Borealis Backpack is a Laptop backpack with School features while The North Face's Youth Mini Explorer Backpack is a School backpack with Daypack features.
The The North Face Borealis Backpack has a capacity of 28L (liters), weighs 2 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 19.75 x 13.25 x 9.75. It's made of 600D Polyester Toile, 500D Nylon Oxford Slub, 420D Nylon, 210D Cordura® Nylon Ripstop, Polyester Jacquard Camo and is available in 30+ colors and patterns in comparison the The North Face Youth Mini Explorer Backpack's capacity is 10L with a size of 8.875 x 5.5 x 11.875 inches. Constructed from 600D recycled polyester with non-PFC Durable Water-Repellent (DWR) finish it weighs 0.25 pounds and is available in Acoustic Blue Triangle Camo Print/Acoustic Blue.