The North Face Cryptic Backpack vs The North Face Router Backpack

The main difference between the The North Face Cryptic Backpack and the The North Face Router Backpack is that the Cryptic Backpack has Water Proof / Water Resistant (Water repellant finish) while the Router Backpack does not.

The North Face Cryptic Backpack Front View
The North Face Router Backpack - Front View
Specs Brand The North Face The North Face
Name Cryptic Backpack Router Backpack
Category Daypack Commuter
Sub Category Laptop Everyday
Capacity (L) 29L 40L
Dimensions (in) 13 x 19 x 6 12.5 x 9 x 21
Weight (lb) 2.0 2
Fabric 600D Polyester 210D recycled nylon ripstop with non-PFC durable water-repellent (non-PFC DWR) finish
Color 8 colors and patterns Meld Grey/Tnf Black
Warranty The North Face Lifetime Warranty
Release Date April 16, 2021 August 15, 2014
Rating 4.8 4.6
Price Under $100 Under $200
General Features Shoulder Straps FlexVent™ custom molded shoulder straps J shape - adjustable padded & articulated shoulder straps
Sternum / Chest Straps Sternum strap with whistle buckle Sternum strap with a whistle buckle
Hip Belt / Waist Strap Removable waist belt
Water Proof / Water Resistant Water repellant finish
Zippers U-pull zippers
Main Compartment Access Normal zipped access Normal top two way zip access
External Pockets 1 zipped front pocket and 2 side pockets 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 Side pockets can fit water bottle
Water Bottle Yes Yes
Handles Padded top handle Two grab handles, a padded handle on top of the pack and another handle on front
Loops and Attachments Front elastic bungee system
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Padded laptop compartment Padded; 14.75'' x 12'' (37.5 cm x 30.5 cm)
Travel Features Base / Bottom Bottom compression
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Comfortable padded mesh back panel and breathable lumbar panel Padded

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


The North Face 's Cryptic Backpack is a Daypack backpack with Laptop features while The North Face's Router Backpack is a Commuter backpack with Everyday features.

The The North Face Cryptic Backpack has a capacity of 29L (liters), weighs 2.0 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 13 x 19 x 6. It's made of 600D 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 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.