The North Face Small Explore Fusebox Daypack vs The North Face Borealis Backpack

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.

The North Face Small Explore Fusebox Daypack Front View
The North Face Borealis Backpack Front View
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

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


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 .