The North Face Router Backpack vs Bellroy Classic Backpack

The main difference between the The North Face Router Backpack and the Bellroy Classic Backpack is that the Router Backpack has Hip Belt / Waist Strap (Removable waist belt) while the Classic Backpack does not.

The North Face Router Backpack - Front View
Bellroy Classic Backpack
Specs Brand The North Face Bellroy
Name Router Backpack Classic Backpack
Category Commuter Commuter
Sub Category Everyday Everyday
Capacity (L) 40L 22L
Dimensions (in) 12.5 x 9 x 21 21 x 15 x 9
Weight (lb) 2 2.2
Fabric 210D recycled nylon ripstop with non-PFC durable water-repellent (non-PFC DWR) finish Venture-weave Polyester & Leather
Color Meld Grey/Tnf Black 8 colors and patterns
Warranty Bellroy 3 Year Warranty
Release Date August 15, 2014 ‎April 29, 2019
Rating 4.6 4.5
Price Under $200 Under $125
General Features Shoulder Straps J shape - adjustable padded & articulated shoulder straps Comfortable shoulder straps
Sternum / Chest Straps Sternum strap with a whistle buckle Removable sternum strap
Hip Belt / Waist Strap Removable waist belt
Water Proof / Water Resistant Water resistant material
Zippers U-pull zippers
Main Compartment Access Normal top two way zip access Normal zipped access
External Pockets Fleece-lined pocket for sunglasses, phone or keys, durable water bottle pockets, large external D-zip pocket for organization 1 zipped front and top pocket
Internal Compartments Large main compartment for books and binders, front compartment has internal organization with secure-zip pockets and a padded tablet sleeve Internal mesh zip pocket and padded sleeves
Side Pockets No
Water Bottle Yes
Handles Two grab handles, a padded handle on top of the pack and another handle on front Top grab handle
Lightweight Yes
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Padded; 14.75'' x 12'' (37.5 cm x 30.5 cm)
Tablet Sleeve Padded tablet sleeve
Travel Features Base / Bottom Bottom compression
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Padded Contoured back panel

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


The North Face's Router Backpack is a Commuter backpack with Everyday features while Bellroy 's Classic Backpack is a Commuter backpack with Everyday features.

The The North Face Router Backpack has a capacity of 40L (liters), weighs 2 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 12.5 x 9 x 21. It's made of 210D recycled nylon ripstop with non-PFC durable water-repellent (non-PFC DWR) finish and is available in Meld Grey/Tnf Black in comparison the Bellroy Classic Backpack 's capacity is 22L with a size of 21 x 15 x 9 inches. Constructed from Venture-weave Polyester & Leather it weighs 2.2 pounds and is available in 8 colors and patterns.