The main difference between the Champion Ascend Backpack and the The North Face Router Backpack is that the Ascend Backpack has Organizer Pocket (Front pocket with interior organizer) while the Router Backpack does not.
Specs | Brand | Champion | The North Face |
Name | Ascend Backpack | Router Backpack | |
Category | Laptop | School | |
Sub Category | School | Laptop | |
Capacity (L) | 40L | ||
Dimensions (in) | 13 x 18 x 5 | 21.25 x 14 x 10.5 | |
Weight (lb) | 1.0 | 3.3 | |
Fabric | 100% Polyester | 500D Nylon Oxford Slub, 420 D Nylon, 210D Cordura Nylon Ripstop | |
Color | 2 colors and patterns | 4 colors and patterns | |
Warranty | Champion 45 Days Return Policy | The North Face Lifetime Warranty | |
Release Date | August 15, 2014 | ||
Rating | 4.7 | 4.7 | |
Price | Under $50 | Under $175 | |
General Features | Shoulder Straps | Adjustable shoulder straps | Custom injection-molded shoulder straps |
Sternum / Chest Straps | Sternum strap with whistle buckle | ||
Hip Belt / Waist Strap | Removable waist belt | ||
Water Proof / Water Resistant | Water repellant finish | ||
Main Compartment Access | Normal zipped access | Normal zipped access | |
External Pockets | 1 zipped front pocket and 2 side pockets | 2 zipped front pockets 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 | Padded top handle and front haul handle | |
Loops and Attachments | 360 degree reflective bike-light loop | ||
Business & School Features | Laptop Sleeve | Laptop slip pocket fits up to 15" | Dedicated laptop compartment fits up to 17" |
Tablet Sleeve | Padded fleece-lined tablet sleeve | ||
Organizer Pocket | Front pocket with interior organizer | ||
Travel Features | Compression Straps | External compression straps | |
Hiking / Backpacking Features | Back Panel | The FlexVentâ„¢ suspension system | |
Reflective Safety Strips | Reflective details |
Champion 's Ascend Backpack is a Laptop backpack with School features while The North Face 's Router Backpack is a School backpack with Laptop features.
The Champion Ascend Backpack has a capacity of (liters), weighs 1.0 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 13 x 18 x 5. It's made of 100% Polyester and is available in 2 colors and patterns in comparison the The North Face Router Backpack's capacity is 40L with a size of 21.25 x 14 x 10.5 inches. Constructed from 500D Nylon Oxford Slub, 420 D Nylon, 210D Cordura Nylon Ripstop it weighs 3.3 pounds and is available in 4 colors and patterns.
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