The North Face Router Backpack vs Carhartt 40L Nylon Roll-Top Backpack

The main difference between the The North Face Router Backpack and the Carhartt 40L Nylon Roll-Top Backpack is that the Router Backpack has Hip Belt / Waist Strap (Removable waist belt) while the 40L Nylon Roll-Top Backpack does not.

The North Face Router Backpack - Front View
Carhartt 40L Nylon Roll-Top Backpack - Front View
Specs Brand The North Face Carhartt
Name Router Backpack 40L Nylon Roll-Top Backpack
Category Commuter Everyday
Sub Category Everyday Commuter
Capacity (L) 40L 40L
Dimensions (in) 12.5 x 9 x 21 13 X 19.5 X 8
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 $200
General Features Shoulder Straps J shape - adjustable padded & articulated shoulder straps J shape - adjustable padded strap
Sternum / Chest Straps Sternum strap with a whistle buckle Adjustable chest strap
Hip Belt / Waist Strap Removable waist belt
Zippers U-pull zippers Nylon zipper with string and plastic pulls
Main Compartment Access Normal top two way zip access Rolltop opening, side access
External Pockets Fleece-lined pocket for sunglasses, phone or keys, durable water bottle pockets, large external D-zip pocket for organization Front zippered pocket with pen sleeves, secure passport pocket
Internal Compartments Large main compartment for books and binders, front compartment has internal organization with secure-zip pockets and a padded tablet sleeve Laptop sleeve, mesh pocket,
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 Top grab handle
Loops and Attachments Bottom straps, 2 rows of M.O.L.L.E strap
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Padded; 14.75'' x 12'' (37.5 cm x 30.5 cm) Padded; 17" laptop
Travel Features Base / Bottom Bottom compression
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Padded Padded

You're currently comparing the Router Backpack by The North Face against the 40L Nylon Roll-Top Backpack by Carhartt.


The North Face's Router Backpack is a Commuter backpack with Everyday features while Carhartt's 40L Nylon Roll-Top 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 40L Nylon Roll-Top Backpack's capacity is 40L with a size of 13 X 19.5 X 8 inches. Constructed from Heavy-duty, 700-denier nylon it weighs pounds and is available in Carhartt Brown.