Bellroy Classic Backpack vs The North Face Router Backpack

The main difference between the Bellroy Classic Backpack and the The North Face Router Backpack is that the Classic Backpack has Water Proof / Water Resistant (Water resistant material) while the Router Backpack does not.

Bellroy Classic Backpack
The North Face Router Backpack - Front View
Specs Brand Bellroy The North Face
Name Classic Backpack Router Backpack
Category Commuter Commuter
Sub Category Everyday Everyday
Capacity (L) 22L 40L
Dimensions (in) 21 x 15 x 9 12.5 x 9 x 21
Weight (lb) 2.2 2
Fabric Venture-weave Polyester & Leather 210D recycled nylon ripstop with non-PFC durable water-repellent (non-PFC DWR) finish
Color 8 colors and patterns Meld Grey/Tnf Black
Warranty Bellroy 3 Year Warranty
Release Date ‎April 29, 2019 August 15, 2014
Rating 4.5 4.6
Price Under $125 Under $200
General Features Shoulder Straps Comfortable shoulder straps J shape - adjustable padded & articulated shoulder straps
Sternum / Chest Straps Removable sternum strap Sternum strap with a whistle buckle
Hip Belt / Waist Strap Removable waist belt
Water Proof / Water Resistant Water resistant material
Zippers U-pull zippers
Main Compartment Access Normal zipped access Normal top two way zip access
External Pockets 1 zipped front and top pocket Fleece-lined pocket for sunglasses, phone or keys, durable water bottle pockets, large external D-zip pocket for organization
Internal Compartments Internal mesh zip pocket and padded sleeves Large main compartment for books and binders, front compartment has internal organization with secure-zip pockets and a padded tablet sleeve
Side Pockets No
Water Bottle Yes
Handles Top grab handle Two grab handles, a padded handle on top of the pack and another handle on front
Lightweight Yes
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Padded; 14.75'' x 12'' (37.5 cm x 30.5 cm)
Tablet Sleeve Padded tablet sleeve
Travel Features Base / Bottom Bottom compression
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Contoured back panel Padded

You're currently comparing the Classic Backpack by Bellroy against the Router Backpack by The North Face.


Bellroy 's Classic Backpack is a Commuter backpack with Everyday features while The North Face's Router Backpack is a Commuter backpack with Everyday features.

The Bellroy Classic Backpack has a capacity of 22L (liters), weighs 2.2 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 21 x 15 x 9. It's made of Venture-weave Polyester & Leather and is available in 8 colors and patterns 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.