The main difference between the The North Face Youth Mini Explorer Backpack and the The North Face Womens Borealis 27L Backpack is that the Youth Mini Explorer Backpack has Water Proof / Water Resistant (Water-Repellent) while the Womens Borealis 27L Backpack does not.
Specs | Brand | The North Face | The North Face |
Name | Youth Mini Explorer Backpack | Womens Borealis 27L Backpack | |
Category | School | Womens | |
Sub Category | Daypack | Travel | |
Capacity (L) | 10L | 27L | |
Dimensions (in) | 8.875 x 5.5 x 11.875 | 19.37 x 15.79 x 3.11 | |
Weight (lb) | 0.25 | 2.3 | |
Fabric | 600D recycled polyester with non-PFC Durable Water-Repellent (DWR) finish | 100% Polyester | |
Color | Acoustic Blue Triangle Camo Print/Acoustic Blue | 3 Colors and patterns | |
Warranty | The North Face Lifetime Warranty | ||
Rating | 4.6 | ||
Price | Under $50 | Under $125 | |
General Features | Shoulder Straps | Straight - adjustable padded strap | FlexVent suspension system with padded mesh back panel and shoulder straps |
Sternum / Chest Straps | Hook-&-loop sternum straps | Adjustable sternum strap | |
Hip Belt / Waist Strap | Adjustable waist strap | ||
Water Proof / Water Resistant | Water-Repellent | ||
Zippers | Nylon zipper with metal pulls | ||
Main Compartment Access | Normal top zipped flap access | ||
External Pockets | Metal snap pockets on the front, 2 side pockets | 1 zipped front 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 | Padded top grab handle | |
Loops and Attachments | Front elastic bungee system | ||
Business & School Features | Laptop Sleeve | Padded laptop sleeve that fits up to 15" | |
Tablet Sleeve | Padded tablet sleeve | ||
Organizer Pocket | Front utility pocket with organizer | ||
Hiking / Backpacking Features | Back Panel | Padded | |
Reflective Safety Strips | 360-degree reflectivity | ||
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 Womens Borealis 27L Backpack is a Womens backpack with Travel 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 Womens Borealis 27L Backpack 's capacity is 27L with a size of 19.37 x 15.79 x 3.11 inches. Constructed from 100% Polyester it weighs 2.3 pounds and is available in 3 Colors and patterns.