The main difference between the The North Face Women's Surge Backpack and the The North Face Youth Mini Explorer Backpack is that the Women's Surge Backpack has Hip Belt / Waist Strap (Removable waist belt) while the Youth Mini Explorer Backpack does not.
Specs | Brand | The North Face | The North Face |
Name | Women's Surge Backpack | Youth Mini Explorer Backpack | |
Category | Laptop | School | |
Sub Category | Everyday | Daypack | |
Capacity (L) | 31L | 10L | |
Dimensions (in) | 12 x 7 x 20 | 8.875 x 5.5 x 11.875 | |
Weight (lb) | 2.7 | 0.25 | |
Fabric | 600D Polyester | 600D recycled polyester with non-PFC Durable Water-Repellent (DWR) finish | |
Color | 15+ colors and patterns | Acoustic Blue Triangle Camo Print/Acoustic Blue | |
Warranty | The North Face Lifetime Warranty | ||
Release Date | August 15, 2014 | ||
Rating | 4.7 | 4.6 | |
Price | Under $150 | Under $50 | |
General Features | Shoulder Straps | Articulated shoulder straps | Straight - adjustable padded strap |
Sternum / Chest Straps | Sternum strap with whistle buckle | Hook-&-loop sternum straps | |
Hip Belt / Waist Strap | Removable waist belt | ||
Water Proof / Water Resistant | Water repellant finish | Water-Repellent | |
Zippers | Nylon zipper with metal pulls | ||
Main Compartment Access | Normal zipped access | Normal top zipped flap access | |
External Pockets | 1 zipped front pocket and 2 side pockets | Metal snap pockets on the front, 2 side pockets | |
Side Pockets | Side pockets can fit water bottle | 2 slip in side pockets | |
Water Bottle | Yes | Yes | |
Handles | Padded top handle | Top grab nylon handle | |
Loops and Attachments | Webbing daisy chain | ||
Business & School Features | Laptop Sleeve | Padded laptop compartment | |
Organizer Pocket | Front pocket with internal organization | ||
Hiking / Backpacking Features | Back Panel | Rounded back panel | Padded |
Youtube Video | Youtube Video Link | https://youtu.be/i1XfoxGmwQQ |
The North Face 's Women's Surge Backpack is a Laptop backpack with Everyday features while The North Face's Youth Mini Explorer Backpack is a School backpack with Daypack features.
The The North Face Women's Surge Backpack has a capacity of 31L (liters), weighs 2.7 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 12 x 7 x 20. It's made of 600D Polyester and is available in 15+ colors and patterns in comparison the The North Face Youth Mini Explorer Backpack's capacity is 10L with a size of 8.875 x 5.5 x 11.875 inches. Constructed from 600D recycled polyester with non-PFC Durable Water-Repellent (DWR) finish it weighs 0.25 pounds and is available in Acoustic Blue Triangle Camo Print/Acoustic Blue.