The North Face Homestead Roadtripper 30L Backpack vs The North Face Router Backpack

The main difference between the The North Face Homestead Roadtripper 30L Backpack and the The North Face Router Backpack is that the Homestead Roadtripper 30L Backpack has Side Pockets (2 side pockets) while the Router Backpack does not.

The North Face Homestead Roadtripper 30L Backpack
The North Face Router Backpack - Front View
Specs Brand The North Face The North Face
Name Homestead Roadtripper 30L Backpack Router Backpack
Category Travel Commuter
Sub Category Daypack Everyday
Capacity (L) 30L 40L
Dimensions (in) 19.7 x 10.8 x 9.3 12.5 x 9 x 21
Weight (lb) 2
Fabric 600D polyester, 900D polyester, TPE PVC coating, 210D nylon 210D recycled nylon ripstop with non-PFC durable water-repellent (non-PFC DWR) finish
Color Meld Grey/Tnf Black
Release Date August 15, 2014
Rating 4.6
Price Under $200
General Features Shoulder Straps Straight - adjustable padded strap J shape - adjustable padded & articulated shoulder straps
Sternum / Chest Straps Adjustable chest strap Sternum strap with a whistle buckle
Hip Belt / Waist Strap Removable waist belt
Zippers Nylon zipper with string pulls U-pull zippers
Main Compartment Access Flap with buckle Normal top two way zip access
External Pockets 2 side pockets Fleece-lined pocket for sunglasses, phone or keys, durable water bottle pockets, large external D-zip pocket for organization
Internal Compartments Two stuff pockets 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
Loops and Attachments Custom-molded lash points, metal hooks
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Padded; 14.75'' x 12'' (37.5 cm x 30.5 cm)
Travel Features Compression Straps Compression straps
Base / Bottom Bottom compression
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Padded Padded

You're currently comparing the Homestead Roadtripper 30L Backpack by The North Face against the Router Backpack by The North Face.


The North Face's Homestead Roadtripper 30L Backpack is a Travel backpack with Daypack features while The North Face's Router Backpack is a Commuter backpack with Everyday features.

The The North Face Homestead Roadtripper 30L Backpack has a capacity of 30L (liters), weighs pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 19.7 x 10.8 x 9.3. It's made of 600D polyester, 900D polyester, TPE PVC coating, 210D nylon and is available in 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.