The North Face Generator Backpack vs The North Face Router Backpack

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

The North Face Generator Backpack
The North Face Router Backpack - Front View
Specs Brand The North Face The North Face
Name Generator Backpack Router Backpack
Category Outdoor Commuter
Sub Category Daypack Everyday
Capacity (L) 40L
Dimensions (in) 19.75 x 13.5 x 8.5 12.5 x 9 x 21
Weight (lb) 2 2
Fabric 210D Cordura nylon 210D recycled nylon ripstop with non-PFC durable water-repellent (non-PFC DWR) finish
Color Tnf Red/Asphalt Meld Grey/Tnf Black
Release Date August 15, 2014
Rating 4.3 4.6
Price Under $100 Under $200
General Features Shoulder Straps FlexVent suspension system boasts custom injection-molded shoulder straps J shape - adjustable padded & articulated shoulder straps
Sternum / Chest Straps Sternum strap with a whistle buckle
Hip Belt / Waist Strap Removable waist belt
Zippers Nylon zipper with string and plastic pulls U-pull zippers
Main Compartment Access Normal top two way zip access Normal top two way zip access
External Pockets Elastic webbing for cord management 360-degree reflective bike-light loop, water bottle tabs, shoulder strap webbing External fleece-lined pocket, removable waist belt, Contrast embroidered The North Face logo on center top Fleece-lined pocket for sunglasses, phone or keys, durable water bottle pockets, large external D-zip pocket for organization
Internal Compartments Laptop sleeve, tablet sleeve, fleece-lined media pocket, secure zippered pocket Large main compartment for books and binders, front compartment has internal organization with secure-zip pockets and a padded tablet sleeve
Side Pockets 2 mesh side pockets
Water Bottle Yes Yes
Handles Padded top haul handle Sternum strap with whistle buckle Two grab handles, a padded handle on top of the pack and another handle on front
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Padded, fleece-lined 15″ laptop sleeve Padded; 14.75'' x 12'' (37.5 cm x 30.5 cm)
Tablet Sleeve Padded, fleece-lined tablet sleeve
Travel Features Base / Bottom Bottom compression
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Padded mesh back panel Padded

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


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

The The North Face Generator Backpack has a capacity of (liters), weighs 2 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 19.75 x 13.5 x 8.5. It's made of 210D Cordura nylon and is available in Tnf Red/Asphalt 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.