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 Zippers (Nylon zipper with metal pulls) while the Router Backpack does not.
Specs | Brand | The North Face | The North Face |
Name | Youth Mini Explorer Backpack | Router Backpack | |
Category | School | School | |
Sub Category | Daypack | Laptop | |
Capacity (L) | 10L | 40L | |
Dimensions (in) | 8.875 x 5.5 x 11.875 | 21.25 x 14 x 10.5 | |
Weight (lb) | 0.25 | 3.3 | |
Fabric | 600D recycled polyester with non-PFC Durable Water-Repellent (DWR) finish | 500D Nylon Oxford Slub, 420 D Nylon, 210D Cordura Nylon Ripstop | |
Color | Acoustic Blue Triangle Camo Print/Acoustic Blue | 4 colors and patterns | |
Warranty | The North Face Lifetime Warranty | ||
Release Date | August 15, 2014 | ||
Rating | 4.6 | 4.7 | |
Price | Under $50 | Under $175 | |
General Features | Shoulder Straps | Straight - adjustable padded strap | Custom injection-molded shoulder straps |
Sternum / Chest Straps | Hook-&-loop sternum straps | Sternum strap with whistle buckle | |
Hip Belt / Waist Strap | Removable waist belt | ||
Water Proof / Water Resistant | Water-Repellent | Water repellant finish | |
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 | 2 zipped front pockets 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 | Padded top handle and front haul handle | |
Loops and Attachments | 360 degree reflective bike-light loop | ||
Business & School Features | Laptop Sleeve | Dedicated laptop compartment fits up to 17" | |
Tablet Sleeve | Padded fleece-lined tablet sleeve | ||
Travel Features | Compression Straps | External compression straps | |
Hiking / Backpacking Features | Back Panel | Padded | The FlexVentâ„¢ suspension system |
Reflective Safety Strips | Reflective details | ||
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 School 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 Router Backpack's capacity is 40L with a size of 21.25 x 14 x 10.5 inches. Constructed from 500D Nylon Oxford Slub, 420 D Nylon, 210D Cordura Nylon Ripstop it weighs 3.3 pounds and is available in 4 colors and patterns.