The North Face Hydra 26L Backpack vs The North Face Youth Mini Explorer Backpack

The main difference between the The North Face Hydra 26L Backpack and the The North Face Youth Mini Explorer Backpack is that the Hydra 26L Backpack has Hip Belt / Waist Strap (Adjustable waist strap) while the Youth Mini Explorer Backpack does not.

The North Face Hydra 26L Backpack - Front View
The North Face Mini Explorer Backpack - Front View
Specs Brand The North Face The North Face
Name Hydra 26L Backpack Youth Mini Explorer Backpack
Category Hiking School
Sub Category Backpacking Daypack
Capacity (L) 26L 10L
Dimensions (in) 24 x 15 x 5 8.875 x 5.5 x 11.875
Weight (lb) 2 0.25
Fabric 70D IronLite nylon with non-PFC durable water-repellent (non-PFC DWR) finish. 600D recycled polyester with non-PFC Durable Water-Repellent (DWR) finish
Color Goblin Blue/Beta Blue Acoustic Blue Triangle Camo Print/Acoustic Blue
Warranty Lifetime
Rating 1 4.6
Price Under $150 Under $50
General Features Shoulder Straps J shape - adjustable padded strap Straight - adjustable padded strap
Sternum / Chest Straps Adjustable chest strap Hook-&-loop sternum straps
Hip Belt / Waist Strap Adjustable waist strap
Water Proof / Water Resistant Water-Repellent
Zippers Nylon zipper with string pulls Nylon zipper with metal pulls
Main Compartment Access Normal top two way zip access Normal top zipped flap access
External Pockets 2 stretch side pockets, beaver-tail pocket, hydration sleeve and 2 tool keepers Metal snap pockets on the front, 2 side pockets
Side Pockets 2 slip-in side pockets 2 slip in side pockets
Water Bottle Yes Yes
Handles Top grab handle Top grab nylon handle
Lightweight Lightweight
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel FlashDry back panel Padded
Hydration Features Hydration Compatible Integrated hydration sleeve
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You're currently comparing the Hydra 26L Backpack by The North Face against the Youth Mini Explorer Backpack by The North Face.


The North Face's Hydra 26L Backpack is a Hiking backpack with Backpacking features while The North Face's Youth Mini Explorer Backpack is a School backpack with Daypack features.

The The North Face Hydra 26L Backpack has a capacity of 26L (liters), weighs 2 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 24 x 15 x 5. It's made of 70D IronLite nylon with non-PFC durable water-repellent (non-PFC DWR) finish. and is available in Goblin Blue/Beta Blue 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.