The North Face Youth Recon Squash Backpack vs The North Face Groundwork Backpack

The main difference between the The North Face Youth Recon Squash Backpack and the The North Face Groundwork Backpack is that the Youth Recon Squash Backpack has Water Proof / Water Resistant (Water repellant finish) while the Groundwork Backpack does not.

The North Face Youth Recon Squash Backpack Front View
The North Face Groundwork Backpack Front View
Specs Brand The North Face The North Face
Name Youth Recon Squash Backpack Groundwork Backpack
Category Childrens Laptop
Sub Category School Everyday
Capacity (L) 17L
Dimensions (in) 16 x 11.5 x 6 21.3 x 15.51 x 3.54
Weight (lb) 0.9
Fabric 600D Polyester 600D Polyester
Color 4 colors and patterns 2 colors and patterns
Warranty The North Face Lifetime Warranty The North Face Lifetime Warranty
Release Date August 15, 2014
Rating 4.7 5.0
Price Under $50 Under $200
General Features Shoulder Straps Adjustable shoulder straps Padded shoulder straps
Sternum / Chest Straps Breakaway sternum strap Sternum strap with whistle buckle
Water Proof / Water Resistant Water repellant finish
Main Compartment Access Normal zipped access Normal zipped access
External Pockets 2 front and 2 side pockets 1 front zipped pocket and 2 side pockets
Side Pockets Side pockets can fit water bottle Side pockets can fit water bottle
Water Bottle Yes Yes
Handles Top grab handle Top grab handle
Loops and Attachments Internal name label Elastic cord
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Laptop sleeve fits laptop up to 15"
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Comfortable stitched-foam back panel Padded mesh back panel
Reflective Safety Strips Reflective bike-light loop

You're currently comparing the Youth Recon Squash Backpack by The North Face against the Groundwork Backpack by The North Face.


The North Face 's Youth Recon Squash Backpack is a Childrens backpack with School features while The North Face's Groundwork Backpack is a Laptop backpack with Everyday features.

The The North Face Youth Recon Squash Backpack has a capacity of 17L (liters), weighs 0.9 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 16 x 11.5 x 6. It's made of 600D Polyester and is available in 4 colors and patterns in comparison the The North Face Groundwork Backpack's capacity is with a size of 21.3 x 15.51 x 3.54 inches. Constructed from 600D Polyester it weighs pounds and is available in 2 colors and patterns.