The main difference between the High Sierra Swerve Laptop Backpack and the The North Face Router Backpack is that the Swerve Laptop Backpack has Internal Compartments (Dual main compartment with multiple pockets ) while the Router Backpack does not.
Specs | Brand | High Sierra | The North Face |
Name | Swerve Laptop Backpack | Router Backpack | |
Category | Laptop | School | |
Sub Category | School | Laptop | |
Capacity (L) | 40L | ||
Dimensions (in) | 19 x 13 x 7.75 | 21.25 x 14 x 10.5 | |
Weight (lb) | 2.2 | 3.3 | |
Fabric | Polyester | 500D Nylon Oxford Slub, 420 D Nylon, 210D Cordura Nylon Ripstop | |
Color | 20+ colors and patterns | 4 colors and patterns | |
Warranty | High Sierra 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 | S-curve 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 repellant finish | ||
Main Compartment Access | Normal zipped access | Normal zipped access | |
External Pockets | 2 zipped front pockets and 2 side pockets | 2 zipped front pockets and 2 side pockets | |
Internal Compartments | Dual main compartment with multiple pockets | ||
Side Pockets | Side pockets can fit water bottle | Side pockets can fit water bottle | |
Water Bottle | Yes | Yes | |
Handles | Padded top grab handle | Padded top handle and front haul handle | |
Loops and Attachments | 360 degree reflective bike-light loop | ||
Business & School Features | Laptop Sleeve | Fully-padded laptop sleeve that fits up to 17" | Dedicated laptop compartment fits up to 17" |
Tablet Sleeve | Dedicated tablet sleeve | Padded fleece-lined tablet sleeve | |
Organizer Pocket | Front utility pocket with organizer | ||
Travel Features | Compression Straps | External side compression straps | External compression straps |
Hiking / Backpacking Features | Back Panel | Padded back panel | The FlexVent™ suspension system |
Ventilated Back | Moisture wicking vapel mesh material and deep air channels | ||
Reflective Safety Strips | Reflective accents | Reflective details |
High Sierra 's Swerve Laptop Backpack is a Laptop backpack with School features while The North Face 's Router Backpack is a School backpack with Laptop features.
The High Sierra Swerve Laptop Backpack has a capacity of (liters), weighs 2.2 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 19 x 13 x 7.75 . It's made of Polyester and is available in 20+ 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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