The main difference between the The North Face Youth Mini Explorer Backpack and the The North Face Generator Backpack is that the Youth Mini Explorer Backpack has Sternum / Chest Straps (Hook-&-loop sternum straps) while the Generator Backpack does not.
Specs | Brand | The North Face | The North Face |
Name | Youth Mini Explorer Backpack | Generator Backpack | |
Category | School | Outdoor | |
Sub Category | Daypack | Daypack | |
Capacity (L) | 10L | ||
Dimensions (in) | 8.875 x 5.5 x 11.875 | 19.75 x 13.5 x 8.5 | |
Weight (lb) | 0.25 | 2 | |
Fabric | 600D recycled polyester with non-PFC Durable Water-Repellent (DWR) finish | 210D Cordura nylon | |
Color | Acoustic Blue Triangle Camo Print/Acoustic Blue | Tnf Red/Asphalt | |
Rating | 4.6 | 4.3 | |
Price | Under $50 | Under $100 | |
General Features | Shoulder Straps | Straight - adjustable padded strap | FlexVent suspension system boasts custom injection-molded shoulder straps |
Sternum / Chest Straps | Hook-&-loop sternum straps | ||
Water Proof / Water Resistant | Water-Repellent | ||
Zippers | Nylon zipper with metal pulls | Nylon zipper with string and plastic pulls | |
Main Compartment Access | Normal top zipped flap access | Normal top two way zip access | |
External Pockets | Metal snap pockets on the front, 2 side pockets | Elastic webbing for cord management 360-degree reflective bike-light loop, water bottle tabs, shoulder strap webbing External fleece-lined pocket, removable waist belt, Contrast embroidered The North Face logo on center top | |
Internal Compartments | Laptop sleeve, tablet sleeve, fleece-lined media pocket, secure zippered pocket | ||
Side Pockets | 2 slip in side pockets | 2 mesh side pockets | |
Water Bottle | Yes | Yes | |
Handles | Top grab nylon handle | Padded top haul handle Sternum strap with whistle buckle | |
Business & School Features | Laptop Sleeve | Padded, fleece-lined 15″ laptop sleeve | |
Tablet Sleeve | Padded, fleece-lined tablet sleeve | ||
Hiking / Backpacking Features | Back Panel | Padded | Padded mesh back panel |
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 Generator Backpack is a Outdoor backpack with Daypack 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 Generator Backpack 's capacity is with a size of 19.75 x 13.5 x 8.5 inches. Constructed from 210D Cordura nylon it weighs 2 pounds and is available in Tnf Red/Asphalt.