The North Face Router Backpack vs The North Face Diad Pro 22 Backpack

The main difference between the The North Face Router Backpack and the The North Face Diad Pro 22 Backpack is that the Router Backpack has Hip Belt / Waist Strap (Removable waist belt) while the Diad Pro 22 Backpack does not.

The North Face Router Backpack - Front View
The North Face Diad Pro 22 Backpack - Front View
Specs Brand The North Face The North Face
Name Router Backpack Diad Pro 22 Backpack
Category Commuter Hiking
Sub Category Everyday Backpacking
Capacity (L) 40L 22L
Dimensions (in) 12.5 x 9 x 21
Weight (lb) 2 0.87
Fabric 210D recycled nylon ripstop with non-PFC durable water-repellent (non-PFC DWR) finish 210D HT geodesic ripstop nylon
Color Meld Grey/Tnf Black Tnf Black
Warranty Lifetime
Release Date August 15, 2014 February 19, 2015
Rating 4.6 5
Price Under $200 Under $150
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 chest strap
Hip Belt / Waist Strap Removable waist belt
Zippers U-pull zippers
Main Compartment Access Normal top two way zip access Flap with buckle
External Pockets Fleece-lined pocket for sunglasses, phone or keys, durable water bottle pockets, large external D-zip pocket for organization Lid pocket, Two large mesh pockets
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 mesh 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
Loops and Attachments Daisy chain
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Padded; 14.75'' x 12'' (37.5 cm x 30.5 cm)
Travel Features Stowable Straps Stowable
Base / Bottom Bottom compression
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Padded Padded
Hydration Features Hydration Compatible Yes

You're currently comparing the Router Backpack by The North Face against the Diad Pro 22 Backpack by The North Face.


The North Face's Router Backpack is a Commuter backpack with Everyday features while The North Face's Diad Pro 22 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 Diad Pro 22 Backpack's capacity is 22L with a size of inches. Constructed from 210D HT geodesic ripstop nylon it weighs 0.87 pounds and is available in Tnf Black.