The North Face Small Explore Fusebox Daypack vs The North Face Hydra 26L Backpack

The main difference between the The North Face Small Explore Fusebox Daypack and the The North Face Hydra 26L Backpack is that the Small Explore Fusebox Daypack has Water Proof / Water Resistant (Water repellant finish) while the Hydra 26L Backpack does not.

The North Face Small Explore Fusebox Daypack Front View
The North Face Hydra 26L Backpack - Front View
Specs Brand The North Face The North Face
Name Small Explore Fusebox Daypack Hydra 26L Backpack
Category Daypack Hiking
Sub Category Commuter Backpacking
Capacity (L) 14L 26L
Dimensions (in) 9.5 x 6.5 x 15.5 24 x 15 x 5
Weight (lb) 1.6 2
Fabric 900D Polyester 70D IronLite nylon with non-PFC durable water-repellent (non-PFC DWR) finish.
Color 10 colors and patterns Goblin Blue/Beta Blue
Warranty The North Face Lifetime Warranty Lifetime
Release Date June 25, 2020
Rating 4.6 1
Price Under $100 Under $150
General Features Shoulder Straps Padded shoulder straps J shape - adjustable padded strap
Sternum / Chest Straps Sternum strap with whistle Adjustable chest strap
Hip Belt / Waist Strap Adjustable waist strap
Water Proof / Water Resistant Water repellant finish
Zippers Nylon zipper with string pulls
Main Compartment Access Top zipped access Normal top two way zip access
External Pockets 1 zipped back pocket 2 stretch side pockets, beaver-tail pocket, hydration sleeve and 2 tool keepers
Internal Compartments Top lid with internal zippered mesh compartment
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 Integrated hydration sleeve

You're currently comparing the Small Explore Fusebox Daypack by The North Face against the Hydra 26L 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 Hydra 26L 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 Hydra 26L Backpack's capacity is 26L with a size of 24 x 15 x 5 inches. Constructed from 70D IronLite nylon with non-PFC durable water-repellent (non-PFC DWR) finish. it weighs 2 pounds and is available in Goblin Blue/Beta Blue.