The main difference between the Columbia Unisex PFG Zigzag 22L Backpack and the The North Face Router Backpack is that the Unisex PFG Zigzag 22L Backpack has Base / Bottom (Flat padded bottom panel) while the Router Backpack does not.
Specs | Brand | Columbia | The North Face |
Name | Unisex PFG Zigzag 22L Backpack | Router Backpack | |
Category | Laptop | School | |
Sub Category | School | Laptop | |
Capacity (L) | 22L | 40L | |
Dimensions (in) | 18 x 13.5 x 1 | 21.25 x 14 x 10.5 | |
Weight (lb) | 3.3 | ||
Fabric | 100% Polyester | 500D Nylon Oxford Slub, 420 D Nylon, 210D Cordura Nylon Ripstop | |
Color | 8 Colors and patterns | 4 colors and patterns | |
Warranty | Columbia Limited Lifetime Warranty | The North Face Lifetime Warranty | |
Release Date | August 15, 2014 | ||
Rating | 4.6 | 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 front zipped pocket and 1 side pocket | 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 sleeve fits laptop up to 15" | Dedicated laptop compartment fits up to 17" |
Tablet Sleeve | Front organizer pocket | Padded fleece-lined tablet sleeve | |
Travel Features | Compression Straps | External compression straps | |
Base / Bottom | Flat padded bottom panel | ||
Hiking / Backpacking Features | Back Panel | The FlexVentâ„¢ suspension system | |
Reflective Safety Strips | Reflective details |
Columbia 's Unisex PFG Zigzag 22L Backpack is a Laptop backpack with School features while The North Face 's Router Backpack is a School backpack with Laptop features.
The Columbia Unisex PFG Zigzag 22L Backpack has a capacity of 22L (liters), weighs pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 18 x 13.5 x 1. It's made of 100% Polyester and is available in 8 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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