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

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

The North Face Small Explore Fusebox Daypack Front View
The North Face Recon Backpack Front View
Specs Brand The North Face The North Face
Name Small Explore Fusebox Daypack Recon Backpack
Category Daypack Sports
Sub Category Commuter Running
Capacity (L) 14L 30L
Dimensions (in) 9.5 x 6.5 x 15.5 19.25 x 13 x 7
Weight (lb) 1.6 2
Fabric 900D Polyester Nylon with Non-PFC DWR Finish
Color 10 colors and patterns 20+ colors and patterns
Warranty The North Face Lifetime Warranty The North Face Lifetime Warranty
Release Date June 25, 2020 July 12, 2012
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 2 zipped front pockets 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 Extendable front stash pocket with daisy chains and fleece-lined pocket for sunglasses, phone or keys
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
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Padded mesh back and breathable lumbar panel
Reflective Safety Strips 360-degree reflective accents

You're currently comparing the Small Explore Fusebox Daypack by The North Face against the Recon 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 Recon Backpack is a Sports backpack with Running 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 Recon Backpack's capacity is 30L with a size of 19.25 x 13 x 7 inches. Constructed from Nylon with Non-PFC DWR Finish it weighs 2 pounds and is available in 20+ colors and patterns.