The North Face Router Backpack vs The North Face Base Camp Small Duffel

The main difference between the The North Face Router Backpack and the The North Face Base Camp Small Duffel is that the Router Backpack has Sternum / Chest Straps (Sternum strap with a whistle buckle) while the Base Camp Small Duffel does not.

The North Face Router Backpack - Front View
The North Face Base Camp Duffel - S Front View
Specs Brand The North Face The North Face
Name Router Backpack Base Camp Small Duffel
Category Commuter Travel
Sub Category Everyday Outdoor
Capacity (L) 40L 50L
Dimensions (in) 12.5 x 9 x 21 13 x 21 x 13
Weight (lb) 2 2.0
Fabric 210D recycled nylon ripstop with non-PFC durable water-repellent (non-PFC DWR) finish 1000D Phthalate-Free, Recycled PVC
Color Meld Grey/Tnf Black 3 colors and patterns
Warranty The North Face Lifetime Warranty
Release Date August 15, 2014 April 13, 2018
Rating 4.6 4.7
Price Under $200 Under $225
General Features Shoulder Straps J shape - adjustable padded & articulated shoulder straps Detachable, adjustable, alpine-cut shoulder straps
Sternum / Chest Straps Sternum strap with a whistle buckle
Hip Belt / Waist Strap Removable waist belt
Water Proof / Water Resistant Non-PFC durable water-repellent
Zippers U-pull zippers D-zip opening with a weather resistant flap
Main Compartment Access Normal top two way zip access Main compartment has a secure-zip mesh pocket and an end-cap mesh sleeve pocket for more organization
External Pockets Fleece-lined pocket for sunglasses, phone or keys, durable water bottle pockets, large external D-zip pocket for organization
Internal Compartments Large main compartment for books and binders, front compartment has internal organization with secure-zip pockets and a padded tablet sleeve
Water Bottle Yes No
Handles Two grab handles, a padded handle on top of the pack and another handle on front Two padded side handles
Convertible Yes
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Padded; 14.75'' x 12'' (37.5 cm x 30.5 cm)
Travel Features Compression Straps External compression straps
Base / Bottom Bottom compression
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Padded

You're currently comparing the Router Backpack by The North Face against the Base Camp Small Duffel by The North Face .


The North Face's Router Backpack is a Commuter backpack with Everyday features while The North Face 's Base Camp Small Duffel is a Travel backpack with Outdoor 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 Base Camp Small Duffel's capacity is 50L with a size of 13 x 21 x 13 inches. Constructed from 1000D Phthalate-Free, Recycled PVC it weighs 2.0 pounds and is available in 3 colors and patterns.