The main difference between the The North Face Small Explore Fusebox Daypack and the The North Face Borealis Backpack is that the Small Explore Fusebox Daypack has Water Proof / Water Resistant (Water repellant finish) while the Borealis Backpack does not.
Specs | Brand | The North Face | The North Face |
Name | Small Explore Fusebox Daypack | Borealis Backpack | |
Category | Daypack | Laptop | |
Sub Category | Commuter | School | |
Capacity (L) | 14L | 28L | |
Dimensions (in) | 9.5 x 6.5 x 15.5 | 19.75 x 13.25 x 9.75 | |
Weight (lb) | 1.6 | 2 | |
Fabric | 900D Polyester | 600D Polyester Toile, 500D Nylon Oxford Slub, 420D Nylon, 210D Cordura® Nylon Ripstop, Polyester Jacquard Camo | |
Color | 10 colors and patterns | 30+ colors and patterns | |
Warranty | The North Face Lifetime Warranty | The North Face Lifetime Warranty | |
Release Date | June 25, 2020 | December 11, 2013 | |
Rating | 4.6 | 4.8 | |
Price | Under $100 | Under $100 | |
General Features | Shoulder Straps | Padded shoulder straps | Flexible yoke built from custom injection-molded shoulder straps |
Sternum / Chest Straps | Sternum strap with whistle | Sternum strap with whistle buckle | |
Hip Belt / Waist Strap | Removable waist belt | ||
Water Proof / Water Resistant | Water repellant finish | ||
Main Compartment Access | Top zipped access | Normal zipped access | |
External Pockets | 1 zipped back pocket | 1 zipped front pocket and 2 side pockets | |
Internal Compartments | Top lid with internal zippered mesh compartment | ||
Side Pockets | Side pockets can fit water bottle | ||
Water Bottle | No | Yes | |
Handles | Two webbing tote handles with metal snap | Padded top grab handle | |
Loops and Attachments | Daisy chains | Front elastic bungee system, fleece-lined pocket for sunglasses | |
Business & School Features | Laptop Sleeve | Fleece-lined laptop sleeve | Dedicated, highly protective laptop compartment |
Tablet Sleeve | Padded tablet sleeve | ||
Organizer Pocket | Front utility pocket with organizer | ||
Travel Features | Carry-on Size Compliant | Padded mesh back and breathable lumbar panel | |
Hiking / Backpacking Features | Reflective Safety Strips | 360-degree reflective accents |
The North Face 's Small Explore Fusebox Daypack is a Daypack backpack with Commuter features while The North Face 's Borealis Backpack is a Laptop backpack with School features.
The The North Face Small Explore Fusebox Daypack has a capacity of 14L (liters), weighs 1.6 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 9.5 x 6.5 x 15.5. It's made of 900D Polyester and is available in 10 colors and patterns in comparison the The North Face Borealis Backpack's capacity is 28L with a size of 19.75 x 13.25 x 9.75 inches. Constructed from 600D Polyester Toile, 500D Nylon Oxford Slub, 420D Nylon, 210D Cordura® Nylon Ripstop, Polyester Jacquard Camo it weighs 2 pounds and is available in 30+ colors and patterns .
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