The main difference between the The North Face Youth Mini Explorer Backpack and the The North Face Borealis Laptop Tote Backpack is that the Youth Mini Explorer Backpack has Sternum / Chest Straps (Hook-&-loop sternum straps) while the Borealis Laptop Tote Backpack does not.
Specs | Brand | The North Face | The North Face |
Name | Youth Mini Explorer Backpack | Borealis Laptop Tote Backpack | |
Category | School | Womens | |
Sub Category | Daypack | Laptop | |
Capacity (L) | 10L | 22L | |
Dimensions (in) | 8.875 x 5.5 x 11.875 | 18.5 x 5.7 x 16.5 | |
Weight (lb) | 0.25 | 1.0 | |
Fabric | 600D recycled polyester with non-PFC Durable Water-Repellent (DWR) finish | 210D Recycled Nylon Ripstop | |
Color | Acoustic Blue Triangle Camo Print/Acoustic Blue | 7 colors and patterns | |
Warranty | The North Face Lifetime Warranty | ||
Rating | 4.6 | 4.6 | |
Price | Under $50 | Under $100 | |
General Features | Shoulder Straps | Straight - adjustable padded strap | Adjustable shoulder straps |
Sternum / Chest Straps | Hook-&-loop sternum straps | ||
Water Proof / Water Resistant | Water-Repellent | ||
Zippers | Nylon zipper with metal pulls | ||
Main Compartment Access | Normal top zipped flap access | Top zipped access | |
External Pockets | Metal snap pockets on the front, 2 side pockets | 1 zipped front pocket | |
Side Pockets | 2 slip in side pockets | Side pockets can fit water bottle | |
Water Bottle | Yes | Yes | |
Handles | Top grab nylon handle | ||
Loops and Attachments | Side elastic cords | ||
Convertible | Yes | ||
Business & School Features | Laptop Sleeve | Laptop sleeve fits laptop up to 13" | |
Tablet Sleeve | Tablet sleeve | ||
Hiking / Backpacking Features | Back Panel | Padded | |
Youtube Video | Youtube Video Link | https://youtu.be/i1XfoxGmwQQ |
The North Face's Youth Mini Explorer Backpack is a School backpack with Daypack features while The North Face's Borealis Laptop Tote Backpack is a Womens backpack with Laptop features.
The The North Face Youth Mini Explorer Backpack has a capacity of 10L (liters), weighs 0.25 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 8.875 x 5.5 x 11.875. It's made of 600D recycled polyester with non-PFC Durable Water-Repellent (DWR) finish and is available in Acoustic Blue Triangle Camo Print/Acoustic Blue in comparison the The North Face Borealis Laptop Tote Backpack's capacity is 22L with a size of 18.5 x 5.7 x 16.5 inches. Constructed from 210D Recycled Nylon Ripstop it weighs 1.0 pounds and is available in 7 colors and patterns.