The North Face Recon Backpack vs The North Face Explore Fusebox Daypack

The main difference between the The North Face Recon Backpack and the The North Face Explore Fusebox Daypack is that the Recon Backpack has Hip Belt / Waist Strap (Removable waist belt) while the Explore Fusebox Daypack does not.

The North Face Recon School Laptop Backpack - Front View
The North Face Explore Fusebox Daypack Front View
Specs Brand The North Face The North Face
Name Recon Backpack Explore Fusebox Daypack
Category School Daypack
Sub Category Laptop Commuter
Capacity (L) 30L 26L
Dimensions (in) ‎6 x 6 x 2 12.5 x 7.5 x 18.5
Weight (lb) 2 2.4
Fabric 210D recycled nylon ripstop with non-PFC durable water-repellent (non-PFC DWR) finish 900D Polyester
Color ‎Cone Orange/Tnf Black 5 colors and patterns
Warranty The North Face Lifetime Warranty
Release Date July 29, 2022 June 25, 2020
Rating 4.8 4.9
Price Under $150 Under $100
General Features Shoulder Straps J shape - adjustable articulated shoulder straps Padded shoulder straps
Sternum / Chest Straps Sternum strap with a whistle buckle Sternum strap with whistle buckle
Hip Belt / Waist Strap Removable waist belt
Water Proof / Water Resistant Water repellant material
Zippers Nylon zipper with U-pull zippers are easy to grab
Main Compartment Access Top loading access
External Pockets Fleece-lined pocket for sunglasses, phone or keys. Two durable, external water bottle pockets can easily double as multi-use pockets with quick-draw smartphone access on one side. Two side compression webbing straps. Bottom compression. Webbing daisy chain offers lash points, stretch-mesh pocket,
Internal Compartments Protective dedicated laptop compartment, Front compartment has internal organization with secure-zip pockets and a padded tablet sleeve Internal zippered mesh compartment
Water Bottle Yes No
Handles Comfortable, padded top grab handle Two webbing tote handles with metal snap
Loops and Attachments Daisy chains
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve x
Other Features Other Features Women-specific version available

You're currently comparing the Recon Backpack by The North Face against the Explore Fusebox Daypack by The North Face .


The North Face's Recon Backpack is a School backpack with Laptop features while The North Face 's Explore Fusebox Daypack is a Daypack backpack with Commuter features.

The The North Face Recon Backpack has a capacity of 30L (liters), weighs 2 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are ‎6 x 6 x 2. It's made of 210D recycled nylon ripstop with non-PFC durable water-repellent (non-PFC DWR) finish and is available in ‎Cone Orange/Tnf Black in comparison the The North Face Explore Fusebox Daypack's capacity is 26L with a size of 12.5 x 7.5 x 18.5 inches. Constructed from 900D Polyester it weighs 2.4 pounds and is available in 5 colors and patterns.