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.
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 |
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.
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