The main difference between the The North Face Groundwork Backpack and the The North Face Youth Mini Explorer Backpack is that the Groundwork Backpack has Loops and Attachments (Elastic cord) while the Youth Mini Explorer Backpack does not.
Specs | Brand | The North Face | The North Face |
Name | Groundwork Backpack | Youth Mini Explorer Backpack | |
Category | Laptop | School | |
Sub Category | Everyday | Daypack | |
Capacity (L) | 10L | ||
Dimensions (in) | 21.3 x 15.51 x 3.54 | 8.875 x 5.5 x 11.875 | |
Weight (lb) | 0.25 | ||
Fabric | 600D Polyester | 600D recycled polyester with non-PFC Durable Water-Repellent (DWR) finish | |
Color | 2 colors and patterns | Acoustic Blue Triangle Camo Print/Acoustic Blue | |
Warranty | The North Face Lifetime Warranty | ||
Rating | 5.0 | 4.6 | |
Price | Under $200 | Under $50 | |
General Features | Shoulder Straps | Padded shoulder straps | 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 | ||
Main Compartment Access | Normal zipped access | Normal top zipped flap access | |
External Pockets | 1 front zipped 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 | Top grab handle | Top grab nylon handle | |
Loops and Attachments | Elastic cord | ||
Business & School Features | Laptop Sleeve | Laptop sleeve fits laptop up to 15" | |
Hiking / Backpacking Features | Back Panel | Padded mesh back panel | Padded |
Youtube Video | Youtube Video Link | https://youtu.be/i1XfoxGmwQQ |
The North Face's Groundwork Backpack is a Laptop backpack with Everyday features while The North Face's Youth Mini Explorer Backpack is a School backpack with Daypack features.
The The North Face Groundwork Backpack has a capacity of (liters), weighs pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 21.3 x 15.51 x 3.54. It's made of 600D Polyester and is available in 2 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.