The North Face Router Backpack vs Puma 25L 3D Cat Backpack

The main difference between the The North Face Router Backpack and the Puma 25L 3D Cat Backpack is that the Router Backpack has Sternum / Chest Straps (Sternum strap with a whistle buckle) while the 25L 3D Cat Backpack does not.

The North Face Router Backpack - Front View
Puma 25L 3D Cat Backpack - Front View
Specs Brand The North Face Puma
Name Router Backpack 25L 3D Cat Backpack
Category Commuter Everyday
Sub Category Everyday Commuter
Capacity (L) 40L
Dimensions (in) 12.5 x 9 x 21 12 x 18 x 7
Weight (lb) 2 1.31
Fabric 210D recycled nylon ripstop with non-PFC durable water-repellent (non-PFC DWR) finish 600D polyester
Color Meld Grey/Tnf Black
Release Date August 15, 2014
Rating 4.6 5
Price Under $200 Under $50
General Features Shoulder Straps J shape - adjustable padded & articulated shoulder straps Padded, adjustable shoulder straps
Sternum / Chest Straps Sternum strap with a whistle buckle
Hip Belt / Waist Strap Removable waist belt
Zippers U-pull zippers Nylon zipper with webbing pulls
Main Compartment Access Normal top two way zip access Normal top two way zip access
External Pockets Fleece-lined pocket for sunglasses, phone or keys, durable water bottle pockets, large external D-zip pocket for organization Side contrast-color knit mesh 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 Main zippered compartment with padded laptop sleeve fits most 15" laptops
Side Pockets 2 side slip-in mesh pockets
Water Bottle Yes Yes
Handles Two grab handles, a padded handle on top of the pack and another handle on front Top carry handle
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Padded; 14.75'' x 12'' (37.5 cm x 30.5 cm) Padded
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 25L 3D Cat Backpack by Puma.


The North Face's Router Backpack is a Commuter backpack with Everyday features while Puma's 25L 3D Cat 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 Puma 25L 3D Cat Backpack's capacity is with a size of 12 x 18 x 7 inches. Constructed from 600D polyester it weighs 1.31 pounds and is available in .