The North Face Field Bag vs The North Face Router Backpack

The main difference between the The North Face Field Bag and the The North Face Router Backpack is that the Field Bag has Water Proof / Water Resistant (Water resistant material) while the Router Backpack does not.

The North Face Field Bag Front View
The North Face Router Backpack - Front View
Specs Brand The North Face The North Face
Name Field Bag Router Backpack
Category Sling Commuter
Sub Category Everyday Everyday
Capacity (L) 40L
Dimensions (in) 11.7 x 7.4 x 1.8 12.5 x 9 x 21
Weight (lb) 2
Fabric Polyester 210D recycled nylon ripstop with non-PFC durable water-repellent (non-PFC DWR) finish
Color 6 colors and patterns Meld Grey/Tnf Black
Warranty The North Face Lifetime Warranty
Release Date August 15, 2014
Rating 4.7 4.6
Price Under $50 Under $200
General Features Shoulder Straps Adjustable shoulder strap J shape - adjustable padded & articulated shoulder straps
Sternum / Chest Straps Sternum strap with a whistle buckle
Hip Belt / Waist Strap Removable waist belt
Water Proof / Water Resistant Water resistant material
Zippers U-pull zippers
Main Compartment Access Top zipped access Normal top two way zip access
External Pockets 1 zipped front pocket 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
Water Bottle No Yes
Handles Top webbing loop Two grab handles, a padded handle on top of the pack and another handle on front
Lightweight Yes
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Padded; 14.75'' x 12'' (37.5 cm x 30.5 cm)
Tablet Sleeve Tablet sleeve
Travel Features Base / Bottom Bottom compression
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Padded

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


The North Face 's Field Bag is a Sling backpack with Everyday features while The North Face's Router Backpack is a Commuter backpack with Everyday features.

The The North Face Field Bag has a capacity of (liters), weighs pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 11.7 x 7.4 x 1.8. It's made of Polyester and is available in 6 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.