The main difference between the The North Face Youth Mini Explorer Backpack and the The North Face Groundwork Backpack is that the Youth Mini Explorer Backpack has Water Proof / Water Resistant (Water-Repellent) while the Groundwork Backpack does not.
Specs | Brand | The North Face | The North Face |
Name | Youth Mini Explorer Backpack | Groundwork Backpack | |
Category | School | Laptop | |
Sub Category | Daypack | Everyday | |
Capacity (L) | 10L | ||
Dimensions (in) | 8.875 x 5.5 x 11.875 | 21.3 x 15.51 x 3.54 | |
Weight (lb) | 0.25 | ||
Fabric | 600D recycled polyester with non-PFC Durable Water-Repellent (DWR) finish | 600D Polyester | |
Color | Acoustic Blue Triangle Camo Print/Acoustic Blue | 2 colors and patterns | |
Warranty | The North Face Lifetime Warranty | ||
Rating | 4.6 | 5.0 | |
Price | Under $50 | Under $200 | |
General Features | Shoulder Straps | Straight - adjustable padded strap | Padded shoulder straps |
Sternum / Chest Straps | Hook-&-loop sternum straps | Sternum strap with whistle buckle | |
Water Proof / Water Resistant | Water-Repellent | ||
Zippers | Nylon zipper with metal pulls | ||
Main Compartment Access | Normal top zipped flap access | Normal zipped access | |
External Pockets | Metal snap pockets on the front, 2 side pockets | 1 front zipped pocket and 2 side pockets | |
Side Pockets | 2 slip in side pockets | Side pockets can fit water bottle | |
Water Bottle | Yes | Yes | |
Handles | Top grab nylon handle | Top grab handle | |
Loops and Attachments | Elastic cord | ||
Business & School Features | Laptop Sleeve | Laptop sleeve fits laptop up to 15" | |
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 Groundwork Backpack is a Laptop backpack with Everyday 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 Groundwork Backpack's capacity is with a size of 21.3 x 15.51 x 3.54 inches. Constructed from 600D Polyester it weighs pounds and is available in 2 colors and patterns.