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.
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 |
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.
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