The North Face Router Backpack vs The North Face Alamere 24 Backpack

The main difference between the The North Face Router Backpack and the The North Face Alamere 24 Backpack is that the Router Backpack has Internal Compartments (Large main compartment for books and binders, front compartment has internal organization with secure-zip pockets and a padded tablet sleeve) while the Alamere 24 Backpack does not.

The North Face Router Backpack - Front View
The North Face Alamere 24 Backpack
Specs Brand The North Face The North Face
Name Router Backpack Alamere 24 Backpack
Category Commuter Hiking
Sub Category Everyday Backpacking
Capacity (L) 40L 18L
Dimensions (in) 12.5 x 9 x 21
Weight (lb) 2 1lb 7oz
Fabric 210D recycled nylon ripstop with non-PFC durable water-repellent (non-PFC DWR) finish Nylon
Color Meld Grey/Tnf Black Vintage White/Horizon Red
Release Date August 15, 2014
Rating 4.6
Price Under $200 Under $100
General Features Shoulder Straps J shape - adjustable padded & articulated shoulder straps Padded adjustable shoulder straps with multiple clasps to keep it in place.
Sternum / Chest Straps Sternum strap with a whistle buckle Adjustable chest strap
Hip Belt / Waist Strap Removable waist belt Adjustable waist strap
Zippers U-pull zippers Nylon zipper with string 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 Front zipper pockets for other essentials,
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
Handles Two grab handles, a padded handle on top of the pack and another handle on front Top grab handle
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Padded; 14.75'' x 12'' (37.5 cm x 30.5 cm)
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 Alamere 24 Backpack by The North Face.


The North Face's Router Backpack is a Commuter backpack with Everyday features while The North Face's Alamere 24 Backpack is a Hiking backpack with Backpacking 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 The North Face Alamere 24 Backpack's capacity is 18L with a size of inches. Constructed from Nylon it weighs 1lb 7oz pounds and is available in Vintage White/Horizon Red.