The North Face Alamere 24 Backpack vs The North Face Router Backpack

The main difference between the The North Face Alamere 24 Backpack and the The North Face Router Backpack is that the Alamere 24 Backpack has Side Pockets (2 side pockets) while the Router Backpack does not.

The North Face Alamere 24 Backpack
The North Face Router Backpack - Front View
Specs Brand The North Face The North Face
Name Alamere 24 Backpack Router Backpack
Category Hiking Commuter
Sub Category Backpacking Everyday
Capacity (L) 18L 40L
Dimensions (in) 12.5 x 9 x 21
Weight (lb) 1lb 7oz 2
Fabric Nylon 210D recycled nylon ripstop with non-PFC durable water-repellent (non-PFC DWR) finish
Color Vintage White/Horizon Red Meld Grey/Tnf Black
Release Date August 15, 2014
Rating 4.6
Price Under $100 Under $200
General Features Shoulder Straps Padded adjustable shoulder straps with multiple clasps to keep it in place. J shape - adjustable padded & articulated shoulder straps
Sternum / Chest Straps Adjustable chest strap Sternum strap with a whistle buckle
Hip Belt / Waist Strap Adjustable waist strap Removable waist belt
Zippers Nylon zipper with string pulls U-pull zippers
Main Compartment Access Normal top two way zip access Normal top two way zip access
External Pockets Front zipper pockets for other essentials, Fleece-lined pocket for sunglasses, phone or keys, durable water bottle pockets, large external D-zip pocket for organization
Internal Compartments Large main compartment for books and binders, front compartment has internal organization with secure-zip pockets and a padded tablet sleeve
Side Pockets 2 side pockets
Water Bottle Yes
Handles Top grab handle Two grab handles, a padded handle on top of the pack and another handle on front
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Padded; 14.75'' x 12'' (37.5 cm x 30.5 cm)
Travel Features Base / Bottom Bottom compression
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Padded Padded

You're currently comparing the Alamere 24 Backpack by The North Face against the Router Backpack by The North Face.


The North Face's Alamere 24 Backpack is a Hiking backpack with Backpacking features while The North Face's Router Backpack is a Commuter backpack with Everyday features.

The The North Face Alamere 24 Backpack has a capacity of 18L (liters), weighs 1lb 7oz pounds and it's dimensions in inches are . It's made of Nylon and is available in Vintage White/Horizon Red 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.