The North Face Router Backpack vs The North Face Chimera 24L Backpack
The main difference between the The North Face Router Backpack and the The North Face Chimera 24L Backpack is that the Router Backpack has Laptop Sleeve (Padded; 14.75'' x 12'' (37.5 cm x 30.5 cm)) while the Chimera 24L Backpack does not.
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| Specs | Brand | The North Face | The North Face |
| Name | Router Backpack | Chimera 24L Backpack | |
| Category | Commuter | Hiking | |
| Sub Category | Everyday | Backpacking | |
| Capacity (L) | 40L | 24L | |
| Dimensions (in) | 12.5 x 9 x 21 | 23 x 13 x 4 | |
| Weight (lb) | 2 | 1lb 5oz | |
| Fabric | 210D recycled nylon ripstop with non-PFC durable water-repellent (non-PFC DWR) finish | 70D IronLite nylon, non-PFC DWR finish | |
| Color | Meld Grey/Tnf Black | Banff Blue/Aviator Navy | |
| Warranty | Lifetime | ||
| Release Date | August 15, 2014 | ||
| Rating | 4.6 | 3.7 | |
| Price | Under $200 | Under $100 | |
| General Features | Shoulder Straps | J shape - adjustable padded & articulated shoulder straps | Straight - adjustable padded strap |
| Sternum / Chest Straps | Sternum strap with a whistle buckle | Adjustable sternum strap | |
| Hip Belt / Waist Strap | Removable waist belt | Adjustable waist belt | |
| Water Proof / Water Resistant | Water-resistant | ||
| 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 | Side pockets, front stash pocket, 4 harness pockets | |
| Internal Compartments | Large main compartment for books and binders, front compartment has internal organization with secure-zip pockets and a padded tablet sleeve | Main and secondary compartments | |
| Side Pockets | 2 slip-in 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 | |
| Lightweight | Lightweight | ||
| 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 | FlashDry back panel |
| Hydration Features | Hydration Compatible | Built-in hydration sleeve | |
You're currently comparing the Router Backpack by The North Face against the Chimera 24L Backpack by The North Face.
The North Face's Router Backpack is a Commuter backpack with Everyday features while The North Face's Chimera 24L 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 Chimera 24L Backpack's capacity is 24L with a size of 23 x 13 x 4 inches. Constructed from 70D IronLite nylon, non-PFC DWR finish it weighs 1lb 5oz pounds and is available in Banff Blue/Aviator Navy.
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