Incase ICON Lite Backpack II vs The North Face Router Backpack

Incase ICON Lite Backpack II - Front View
The North Face Router Backpack - Front View
Specs Brand Incase The North Face
Name ICON Lite Backpack II Router Backpack
Category Laptop Commuter
Sub Category Work Everyday
Capacity (L) 17L 40L
Dimensions (in) 19.6 x 12.33 x 5.1 12.5 x 9 x 21
Weight (lb) 2
Fabric 840D nylon 210D recycled nylon ripstop with non-PFC durable water-repellent (non-PFC DWR) finish
Color Black Meld Grey/Tnf Black
Release Date August 15, 2014
Rating 4.6
Price Under $120 Under $200
General Features Shoulder Straps J shape - adjustable padded strap J shape - adjustable padded & articulated shoulder straps
Sternum / Chest Straps Sternum strap with a whistle buckle
Hip Belt / Waist Strap Removable waist belt
Zippers Nylon zipper with webbing pulls U-pull zippers
Main Compartment Access Normal top two way zip access Normal top two way zip access
External Pockets 2 external pockets Fleece-lined pocket for sunglasses, phone or keys, durable water bottle pockets, large external D-zip pocket for organization
Internal Compartments Laptop sleeve Large main compartment for books and binders, front compartment has internal organization with secure-zip pockets and a padded tablet sleeve
Water Bottle Yes
Handles Top grab handle Two grab handles, a padded handle on top of the pack and another handle on front
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Padded; 16" Laptop Padded; 14.75'' x 12'' (37.5 cm x 30.5 cm)
Travel Features Base / Bottom Bottom compression
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Padded Padded

You're currently comparing the ICON Lite Backpack II by Incase against the Router Backpack by The North Face.


Incase 's ICON Lite Backpack II is a Laptop backpack with Work features while The North Face's Router Backpack is a Commuter backpack with Everyday features.

The Incase ICON Lite Backpack II has a capacity of 17L (liters), weighs pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 19.6 x 12.33 x 5.1. It's made of 840D nylon and is available in Black in comparison the The North Face Router Backpack's capacity is 40L with a size of 12.5 x 9 x 21 inches. Constructed from 210D recycled nylon ripstop with non-PFC durable water-repellent (non-PFC DWR) finish it weighs 2 pounds and is available in Meld Grey/Tnf Black.