The North Face Womens Vault Backpack vs The North Face Explore Haulaback Backpack

The main difference between the The North Face Womens Vault Backpack and the The North Face Explore Haulaback Backpack is that the Womens Vault Backpack has External Pockets (1 zipped front pocket and 2 side pokcets) while the Explore Haulaback Backpack does not.

The North Face Womens Vault Backpack
The North Face Explore Haulaback Backpack - Front View
Specs Brand The North Face The North Face
Name Womens Vault Backpack Explore Haulaback Backpack
Category Womens Backpacking
Sub Category Everyday Hiking
Capacity (L) 28L 43.5L
Dimensions (in) 19.25 x 13.25 x 7.5 1.5 x 11 x 23.5
Weight (lb) 1 3.34
Fabric 1200D Polyester 900D 100% polyester with non-PFC durable water-repellent finish
Color 30+ colors and patterns Peak Purple/Tnf Black
Warranty The North Face Lifetime Warranty Lifetime
Release Date August 15, 2014
Rating 4.7 5
Price Under $50 Under $100
General Features Shoulder Straps Women-specific contoured shoulder straps Padded shoulder straps
Sternum / Chest Straps Sternum strap with whistle buckle Adjustable chest strap
Zippers Nylon zipper with string pulls
Main Compartment Access Normal zipped access Zippered opening at the top and side for easy access
External Pockets 1 zipped front pocket and 2 side pokcets
Internal Compartments Laptop compartment
Side Pockets Side pockets can fit water bottle
Water Bottle Yes
Handles Padded top haul handle Four padded webbing handles
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Floating padded sleeve fits up to 15" laptop Padded
Organizer Pocket Front utility pocket with organizer
Travel Features Base / Bottom Dedicated zip bottom
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Padded mesh back and breathable lumbar panel Padded flat back panel
Ergonomic Ergonomic design
Reflective Safety Strips 360-degree reflectivity
Gym / Sports Features Laundry Pocket Dedicated zip bottom compartment to keep shoes and dirty laundry separate

You're currently comparing the Womens Vault Backpack by The North Face against the Explore Haulaback Backpack by The North Face.


The North Face 's Womens Vault Backpack is a Womens backpack with Everyday features while The North Face's Explore Haulaback Backpack is a Backpacking backpack with Hiking features.

The The North Face Womens Vault Backpack has a capacity of 28L (liters), weighs 1 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 19.25 x 13.25 x 7.5. It's made of 1200D Polyester and is available in 30+ colors and patterns in comparison the The North Face Explore Haulaback Backpack's capacity is 43.5L with a size of 1.5 x 11 x 23.5 inches. Constructed from 900D 100% polyester with non-PFC durable water-repellent finish it weighs 3.34 pounds and is available in Peak Purple/Tnf Black.