The main difference between the The North Face Crestone Backpack and the The North Face Youth Mini Explorer Backpack is that the Crestone Backpack has Internal Compartments (Laptop sleeve, simplified organization in front pocket, tablet sleeve and key fob) while the Youth Mini Explorer Backpack does not.
Specs | Brand | The North Face | The North Face |
Name | Crestone Backpack | Youth Mini Explorer Backpack | |
Category | Daypack | School | |
Sub Category | Outdoor | Daypack | |
Capacity (L) | 27.5L | 10L | |
Dimensions (in) | 18.13 x 11 x 8.25 | 8.875 x 5.5 x 11.875 | |
Weight (lb) | 1 | 0.25 | |
Fabric | 600D recycled polyester with non-PFC Durable Water-Repellent (DWR) finish | ||
Color | Mild Grey Heather/TNF Black | Acoustic Blue Triangle Camo Print/Acoustic Blue | |
Rating | 4.7 | 4.6 | |
Price | Under $100 | Under $50 | |
General Features | Shoulder Straps | J shape - adjustable padded strap | Straight - adjustable padded strap |
Sternum / Chest Straps | Sternum strap with whistle buckle | Hook-&-loop sternum straps | |
Water Proof / Water Resistant | Water-Repellent | ||
Zippers | Nylon zipper with metal pulls | Nylon zipper with metal pulls | |
Main Compartment Access | Normal top two way zip access | Normal top zipped flap access | |
External Pockets | 2 side slip in pockets, 1 front zip pocket, Contrast embroidered The North Face logo on center top | Metal snap pockets on the front, 2 side pockets | |
Internal Compartments | Laptop sleeve, simplified organization in front pocket, tablet sleeve and key fob | ||
Side Pockets | 2 slip-in side pockets | 2 slip in side pockets | |
Water Bottle | Yes | Yes | |
Handles | Two webbing top handles | Top grab nylon handle | |
Business & School Features | Laptop Sleeve | Padded and protective 15" laptop sleeve | |
Tablet Sleeve | Padded | ||
Hiking / Backpacking Features | Back Panel | Padded back panel | Padded |
Youtube Video | Youtube Video Link | https://youtu.be/i1XfoxGmwQQ |
The North Face's Crestone Backpack is a Daypack backpack with Outdoor features while The North Face's Youth Mini Explorer Backpack is a School backpack with Daypack features.
The The North Face Crestone Backpack has a capacity of 27.5L (liters), weighs 1 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 18.13 x 11 x 8.25. It's made of and is available in Mild Grey Heather/TNF Black 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.