The main difference between the The North Face Router Backpack and the The North Face Youth Mini Explorer Backpack is that the Router Backpack has Hip Belt / Waist Strap (Removable waist belt) while the Youth Mini Explorer Backpack does not.
Specs | Brand | The North Face | The North Face |
Name | Router Backpack | Youth Mini Explorer Backpack | |
Category | Commuter | School | |
Sub Category | Everyday | Daypack | |
Capacity (L) | 40L | 10L | |
Dimensions (in) | 12.5 x 9 x 21 | 8.875 x 5.5 x 11.875 | |
Weight (lb) | 2 | 0.25 | |
Fabric | 210D recycled nylon ripstop with non-PFC durable water-repellent (non-PFC DWR) finish | 600D recycled polyester with non-PFC Durable Water-Repellent (DWR) finish | |
Color | Meld Grey/Tnf Black | Acoustic Blue Triangle Camo Print/Acoustic Blue | |
Release Date | August 15, 2014 | ||
Rating | 4.6 | 4.6 | |
Price | Under $200 | Under $50 | |
General Features | Shoulder Straps | J shape - adjustable padded & articulated shoulder straps | Straight - adjustable padded strap |
Sternum / Chest Straps | Sternum strap with a whistle buckle | Hook-&-loop sternum straps | |
Hip Belt / Waist Strap | Removable waist belt | ||
Water Proof / Water Resistant | Water-Repellent | ||
Zippers | U-pull zippers | Nylon zipper with metal pulls | |
Main Compartment Access | Normal top two way zip access | Normal top zipped flap access | |
External Pockets | Fleece-lined pocket for sunglasses, phone or keys, durable water bottle pockets, large external D-zip pocket for organization | Metal snap pockets on the front, 2 side pockets | |
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 | Two grab handles, a padded handle on top of the pack and another handle on front | Top grab nylon handle | |
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 Router Backpack is a Commuter backpack with Everyday features while The North Face's Youth Mini Explorer Backpack is a School backpack with Daypack features.
The The North Face Router Backpack has a capacity of 40L (liters), weighs 2 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 12.5 x 9 x 21. It's made of 210D recycled nylon ripstop with non-PFC durable water-repellent (non-PFC DWR) finish and is available in Meld Grey/Tnf Black in comparison the The North Face Youth Mini Explorer Backpack's capacity is 10L with a size of 8.875 x 5.5 x 11.875 inches. Constructed from 600D recycled polyester with non-PFC Durable Water-Repellent (DWR) finish it weighs 0.25 pounds and is available in Acoustic Blue Triangle Camo Print/Acoustic Blue.