The main difference between the The North Face Youth Mini Explorer Backpack and the The North Face Router Backpack is that the Youth Mini Explorer Backpack has Water Proof / Water Resistant (Water-Repellent) while the Router Backpack does not.
Specs | Brand | The North Face | The North Face |
Name | Youth Mini Explorer Backpack | Router Backpack | |
Category | School | Commuter | |
Sub Category | Daypack | Everyday | |
Capacity (L) | 10L | 40L | |
Dimensions (in) | 8.875 x 5.5 x 11.875 | 12.5 x 9 x 21 | |
Weight (lb) | 0.25 | 2 | |
Fabric | 600D recycled polyester with non-PFC Durable Water-Repellent (DWR) finish | 210D recycled nylon ripstop with non-PFC durable water-repellent (non-PFC DWR) finish | |
Color | Acoustic Blue Triangle Camo Print/Acoustic Blue | Meld Grey/Tnf Black | |
Release Date | August 15, 2014 | ||
Rating | 4.6 | 4.6 | |
Price | Under $50 | Under $200 | |
General Features | Shoulder Straps | Straight - adjustable padded strap | J shape - adjustable padded & articulated shoulder straps |
Sternum / Chest Straps | Hook-&-loop sternum straps | Sternum strap with a whistle buckle | |
Hip Belt / Waist Strap | Removable waist belt | ||
Water Proof / Water Resistant | Water-Repellent | ||
Zippers | Nylon zipper with metal pulls | U-pull zippers | |
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 | Fleece-lined pocket for sunglasses, phone or keys, durable water bottle pockets, large external D-zip pocket for organization | |
Internal Compartments | Large main compartment for books and binders, front compartment has internal organization with secure-zip pockets and a padded tablet sleeve | ||
Side Pockets | 2 slip in side pockets | ||
Water Bottle | Yes | Yes | |
Handles | Top grab nylon handle | Two grab handles, a padded handle on top of the pack and another handle on front | |
Business & School Features | Laptop Sleeve | Padded; 14.75'' x 12'' (37.5 cm x 30.5 cm) | |
Travel Features | Base / Bottom | Bottom compression | |
Hiking / Backpacking Features | Back Panel | Padded | 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 Router Backpack is a Commuter 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 Router Backpack's capacity is 40L with a size of 12.5 x 9 x 21 inches. Constructed from 210D recycled nylon ripstop with non-PFC durable water-repellent (non-PFC DWR) finish it weighs 2 pounds and is available in Meld Grey/Tnf Black.