The North Face Router Backpack vs The North Face Borealis Laptop Tote Backpack

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

The North Face Router Backpack - Front View
The North Face Borealis Laptop Tote Backpack Front View
Specs Brand The North Face The North Face
Name Router Backpack Borealis Laptop Tote Backpack
Category Commuter Womens
Sub Category Everyday Laptop
Capacity (L) 40L 22L
Dimensions (in) 12.5 x 9 x 21 18.5 x 5.7 x 16.5
Weight (lb) 2 1.0
Fabric 210D recycled nylon ripstop with non-PFC durable water-repellent (non-PFC DWR) finish 210D Recycled Nylon Ripstop
Color Meld Grey/Tnf Black 7 colors and patterns
Warranty The North Face Lifetime Warranty
Release Date August 15, 2014
Rating 4.6 4.6
Price Under $200 Under $100
General Features Shoulder Straps J shape - adjustable padded & articulated shoulder straps Adjustable shoulder straps
Sternum / Chest Straps Sternum strap with a whistle buckle
Hip Belt / Waist Strap Removable waist belt
Zippers U-pull zippers
Main Compartment Access Normal top two way zip access Top zipped access
External Pockets Fleece-lined pocket for sunglasses, phone or keys, durable water bottle pockets, large external D-zip pocket for organization 1 zipped front 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 Side pockets can fit water bottle
Water Bottle Yes Yes
Handles Two grab handles, a padded handle on top of the pack and another handle on front
Loops and Attachments Side elastic cords
Convertible Yes
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Padded; 14.75'' x 12'' (37.5 cm x 30.5 cm) Laptop sleeve fits laptop up to 13"
Tablet Sleeve Tablet sleeve
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 Borealis Laptop Tote Backpack by The North Face.


The North Face's Router Backpack is a Commuter backpack with Everyday features while The North Face's Borealis Laptop Tote Backpack is a Womens backpack with Laptop 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 Borealis Laptop Tote Backpack's capacity is 22L with a size of 18.5 x 5.7 x 16.5 inches. Constructed from 210D Recycled Nylon Ripstop it weighs 1.0 pounds and is available in 7 colors and patterns.