The main difference between the The North Face Youth Mini Explorer Backpack and the The North Face Women's Aurora Backpack is that the Youth Mini Explorer Backpack has Zippers (Nylon zipper with metal pulls) while the Women's Aurora Backpack does not.
Specs | Brand | The North Face | The North Face |
Name | Youth Mini Explorer Backpack | Women's Aurora Backpack | |
Category | School | Women's | |
Sub Category | Daypack | Everyday | |
Capacity (L) | 10L | 22L | |
Dimensions (in) | 8.875 x 5.5 x 11.875 | 12.5 x 7.5 x 18 | |
Weight (lb) | 0.25 | 1.7 | |
Fabric | 600D recycled polyester with non-PFC Durable Water-Repellent (DWR) finish | 300D Heathered Polyester | |
Color | Acoustic Blue Triangle Camo Print/Acoustic Blue | 5 colors and patterns | |
Warranty | The North Face Lifetime Warranty | ||
Rating | 4.6 | 4.7 | |
Price | Under $50 | Under $75 | |
General Features | Shoulder Straps | Straight - adjustable padded strap | Women-specific shoulder straps |
Sternum / Chest Straps | Hook-&-loop sternum straps | Hideaway sternum strap | |
Water Proof / Water Resistant | Water-Repellent | Water repellent finish | |
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 | Top zipped pocket, front and side stretch pockets | |
Internal Compartments | 2 interior pen pockets | ||
Side Pockets | 2 slip in side pockets | Side pocket can fit water bottle | |
Water Bottle | Yes | Yes | |
Handles | Top grab nylon handle | Top grab handle | |
Business & School Features | Laptop Sleeve | Fleece-lined laptop compartment | |
Hiking / Backpacking Features | Back Panel | Padded | Women-specific back panel |
Load Lifters | Yes | ||
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 Women's Aurora Backpack is a Women's 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 Women's Aurora Backpack's capacity is 22L with a size of 12.5 x 7.5 x 18 inches. Constructed from 300D Heathered Polyester it weighs 1.7 pounds and is available in 5 colors and patterns.