The main difference between the Eddie Bauer Stowaway Packable 30L Backpack and the The North Face Router Backpack is that the Stowaway Packable 30L Backpack has Zippers (Nylon zipper with string pulls) while the Router Backpack does not.
Specs | Brand | Eddie Bauer | The North Face |
Name | Stowaway Packable 30L Backpack | Router Backpack | |
Category | Hiking | School | |
Sub Category | Travel | Laptop | |
Capacity (L) | 30L | 40L | |
Dimensions (in) | 19 x 12 x 9 | 21.25 x 14 x 10.5 | |
Weight (lb) | 0.81 | 3.3 | |
Fabric | 200-denier ripstop polyester | 500D Nylon Oxford Slub, 420 D Nylon, 210D Cordura Nylon Ripstop | |
Color | Dark Smoke | 4 colors and patterns | |
Warranty | The North Face Lifetime Warranty | ||
Release Date | January 23, 2017 | August 15, 2014 | |
Rating | 4.5 | 4.7 | |
Price | Under $100 | Under $175 | |
General Features | Shoulder Straps | Lightly padded 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-repellent | Water repellant finish | |
Zippers | Nylon zipper with string pulls | ||
Main Compartment Access | Normal top two way zip access | Normal zipped access | |
External Pockets | 4 external pockets | 2 zipped front pockets and 2 side pockets | |
Side Pockets | 2 side mesh pockets for water bottles | 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 | ||
Lightweight | Lightweight | ||
Business & School Features | Laptop Sleeve | Dedicated laptop compartment fits up to 17" | |
Tablet Sleeve | Padded fleece-lined tablet sleeve | ||
Travel Features | Compression Straps | External compression straps | |
Hiking / Backpacking Features | Back Panel | Padded | The FlexVentâ„¢ suspension system |
Reflective Safety Strips | Reflective webbed lash point for attaching a carabiner or clip light | Reflective details |
Eddie Bauer 's Stowaway Packable 30L Backpack is a Hiking backpack with Travel features while The North Face 's Router Backpack is a School backpack with Laptop features.
The Eddie Bauer Stowaway Packable 30L Backpack has a capacity of 30L (liters), weighs 0.81 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 19 x 12 x 9. It's made of 200-denier ripstop polyester and is available in Dark Smoke 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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