The North Face Explore Fusebox Daypack vs The North Face Cryptic Backpack

The main difference between the The North Face Explore Fusebox Daypack and the The North Face Cryptic Backpack is that the Explore Fusebox Daypack has Internal Compartments (Internal zippered mesh compartment) while the Cryptic Backpack does not.

The North Face Explore Fusebox Daypack Front View
The North Face Cryptic Backpack Front View
Specs Brand The North Face The North Face
Name Explore Fusebox Daypack Cryptic Backpack
Category Daypack Daypack
Sub Category Commuter Laptop
Capacity (L) 26L 29L
Dimensions (in) 12.5 x 7.5 x 18.5 13 x 19 x 6
Weight (lb) 2.4 2.0
Fabric 900D Polyester 600D Polyester
Color 5 colors and patterns 8 colors and patterns
Warranty The North Face Lifetime Warranty The North Face Lifetime Warranty
Release Date June 25, 2020 April 16, 2021
Rating 4.9 4.8
Price Under $100 Under $100
General Features Shoulder Straps Padded shoulder straps FlexVent™ custom molded shoulder straps
Sternum / Chest Straps Sternum strap with whistle buckle Sternum strap with whistle buckle
Water Proof / Water Resistant Water repellant material Water repellant finish
Main Compartment Access Top loading access Normal zipped access
External Pockets 1 zipped front pocket and 2 side pockets
Internal Compartments Internal zippered mesh compartment
Side Pockets Side pockets can fit water bottle
Water Bottle No Yes
Handles Two webbing tote handles with metal snap Padded top handle
Loops and Attachments Daisy chains Front elastic bungee system
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve x Padded laptop compartment
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Comfortable padded mesh back panel and breathable lumbar panel

You're currently comparing the Explore Fusebox Daypack by The North Face against the Cryptic Backpack by The North Face .


The North Face 's Explore Fusebox Daypack is a Daypack backpack with Commuter features while The North Face 's Cryptic Backpack is a Daypack backpack with Laptop features.

The The North Face Explore Fusebox Daypack has a capacity of 26L (liters), weighs 2.4 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 12.5 x 7.5 x 18.5. It's made of 900D Polyester and is available in 5 colors and patterns in comparison the The North Face Cryptic Backpack's capacity is 29L with a size of 13 x 19 x 6 inches. Constructed from 600D Polyester it weighs 2.0 pounds and is available in 8 colors and patterns.