The North Face Small Explore Fusebox Daypack vs The North Face Chimera 24L Backpack

The main difference between the The North Face Small Explore Fusebox Daypack and the The North Face Chimera 24L Backpack is that the Small Explore Fusebox Daypack has Loops and Attachments (Daisy chains ) while the Chimera 24L Backpack does not.

The North Face Small Explore Fusebox Daypack Front View
The North Face Chimera 24L Backpack - Front View
Specs Brand The North Face The North Face
Name Small Explore Fusebox Daypack Chimera 24L Backpack
Category Daypack Hiking
Sub Category Commuter Backpacking
Capacity (L) 14L 24L
Dimensions (in) 9.5 x 6.5 x 15.5 23 x 13 x 4
Weight (lb) 1.6 1lb 5oz
Fabric 900D Polyester 70D IronLite nylon, non-PFC DWR finish
Color 10 colors and patterns Banff Blue/Aviator Navy
Warranty The North Face Lifetime Warranty Lifetime
Release Date June 25, 2020
Rating 4.6 3.7
Price Under $100 Under $100
General Features Shoulder Straps Padded shoulder straps Straight - adjustable padded strap
Sternum / Chest Straps Sternum strap with whistle Adjustable sternum strap
Hip Belt / Waist Strap Adjustable waist belt
Water Proof / Water Resistant Water repellant finish Water-resistant
Zippers Nylon zipper with string pulls
Main Compartment Access Top zipped access Normal top two way zip access
External Pockets 1 zipped back pocket Side pockets, front stash pocket, 4 harness pockets
Internal Compartments Top lid with internal zippered mesh compartment Main and secondary compartments
Side Pockets 2 slip-in side pockets
Water Bottle No Yes
Handles Two webbing tote handles with metal snap Top grab handle
Loops and Attachments Daisy chains
Lightweight Lightweight
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Fleece-lined laptop sleeve
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel FlashDry back panel
Hydration Features Hydration Compatible Built-in hydration sleeve

You're currently comparing the Small Explore Fusebox Daypack by The North Face against the Chimera 24L 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 Chimera 24L Backpack is a Hiking backpack with Backpacking 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 Chimera 24L Backpack's capacity is 24L with a size of 23 x 13 x 4 inches. Constructed from 70D IronLite nylon, non-PFC DWR finish it weighs 1lb 5oz pounds and is available in Banff Blue/Aviator Navy.