The main difference between the The North Face Explore Fusebox Daypack and the The North Face Router Backpack is that the Explore Fusebox Daypack has Internal Compartments (Internal zippered mesh compartment) while the Router Backpack does not.
Specs | Brand | The North Face | The North Face |
Name | Explore Fusebox Daypack | Router Backpack | |
Category | Daypack | School | |
Sub Category | Commuter | Laptop | |
Capacity (L) | 26L | 40L | |
Dimensions (in) | 12.5 x 7.5 x 18.5 | 21.25 x 14 x 10.5 | |
Weight (lb) | 2.4 | 3.3 | |
Fabric | 900D Polyester | 500D Nylon Oxford Slub, 420 D Nylon, 210D Cordura Nylon Ripstop | |
Color | 5 colors and patterns | 4 colors and patterns | |
Warranty | The North Face Lifetime Warranty | The North Face Lifetime Warranty | |
Release Date | June 25, 2020 | August 15, 2014 | |
Rating | 4.9 | 4.7 | |
Price | Under $100 | Under $175 | |
General Features | Shoulder Straps | Padded shoulder straps | Custom injection-molded shoulder straps |
Sternum / Chest Straps | Sternum strap with whistle buckle | Sternum strap with whistle buckle | |
Hip Belt / Waist Strap | Removable waist belt | ||
Water Proof / Water Resistant | Water repellant material | Water repellant finish | |
Main Compartment Access | Top loading access | Normal zipped access | |
External Pockets | 2 zipped front pockets 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 and front haul handle | |
Loops and Attachments | Daisy chains | 360 degree reflective bike-light loop | |
Business & School Features | Laptop Sleeve | x | Dedicated laptop compartment fits up to 17" |
Tablet Sleeve | Padded fleece-lined tablet sleeve | ||
Travel Features | Compression Straps | External compression straps | |
Hiking / Backpacking Features | Back Panel | The FlexVent™ suspension system | |
Reflective Safety Strips | Reflective details |
The North Face 's Explore Fusebox Daypack is a Daypack backpack with Commuter features while The North Face 's Router Backpack is a School 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 Router Backpack's capacity is 40L with a size of 21.25 x 14 x 10.5 inches. Constructed from 500D Nylon Oxford Slub, 420 D Nylon, 210D Cordura Nylon Ripstop it weighs 3.3 pounds and is available in 4 colors and patterns.
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