The North Face Router Backpack vs Carhartt 28L Nylon Cinch-Top Convertible Tote Backpack

The main difference between the The North Face Router Backpack and the Carhartt 28L Nylon Cinch-Top Convertible Tote Backpack is that the Router Backpack has Sternum / Chest Straps (Sternum strap with a whistle buckle) while the 28L Nylon Cinch-Top Convertible Tote Backpack does not.

The North Face Router Backpack - Front View
Carhartt 28L Nylon Cinch-Top Convertible Tote Backpack - Front View
Specs Brand The North Face Carhartt
Name Router Backpack 28L Nylon Cinch-Top Convertible Tote Backpack
Category Commuter Everyday
Sub Category Everyday Commuter
Capacity (L) 40L 28L
Dimensions (in) 12.5 x 9 x 21 12 X 18 X 7.5
Weight (lb) 2
Fabric 210D recycled nylon ripstop with non-PFC durable water-repellent (non-PFC DWR) finish Heavy-duty, 700-denier nylon
Color Meld Grey/Tnf Black Carhartt Brown
Release Date August 15, 2014
Rating 4.6
Price Under $200 Under $150
General Features Shoulder Straps J shape - adjustable padded & articulated shoulder straps Stowable shoulder straps
Sternum / Chest Straps Sternum strap with a whistle buckle
Hip Belt / Waist Strap Removable waist belt
Water Proof / Water Resistant Rain Defender® durable water repellent
Zippers U-pull zippers Nylon zipper with string pulls
Main Compartment Access Normal top two way zip access Easy, quick-open cinch top
External Pockets Fleece-lined pocket for sunglasses, phone or keys, durable water bottle pockets, large external D-zip pocket for organization 2 side pockets, 2 front slip-in pockets, 1 front zip pocket
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 2 side pockets
Water Bottle Yes Yes
Handles Two grab handles, a padded handle on top of the pack and another handle on front
Loops and Attachments 2 Rows of M.O.L.L.E Straps
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Padded; 14.75'' x 12'' (37.5 cm x 30.5 cm) Padded; 15” laptop
Tablet Sleeve Padded
Travel Features Base / Bottom Bottom compression
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Padded

You're currently comparing the Router Backpack by The North Face against the 28L Nylon Cinch-Top Convertible Tote Backpack by Carhartt.


The North Face's Router Backpack is a Commuter backpack with Everyday features while Carhartt's 28L Nylon Cinch-Top Convertible Tote Backpack is a Everyday backpack with Commuter 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 Carhartt 28L Nylon Cinch-Top Convertible Tote Backpack's capacity is 28L with a size of 12 X 18 X 7.5 inches. Constructed from Heavy-duty, 700-denier nylon it weighs pounds and is available in Carhartt Brown.