The North Face Router Backpack vs The North Face Explore Haulaback Backpack

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

The North Face Router Backpack - Front View
The North Face Explore Haulaback Backpack - Front View
Specs Brand The North Face The North Face
Name Router Backpack Explore Haulaback Backpack
Category Commuter Backpacking
Sub Category Everyday Hiking
Capacity (L) 40L 43.5L
Dimensions (in) 12.5 x 9 x 21 1.5 x 11 x 23.5
Weight (lb) 2 3.34
Fabric 210D recycled nylon ripstop with non-PFC durable water-repellent (non-PFC DWR) finish 900D 100% polyester with non-PFC durable water-repellent finish
Color Meld Grey/Tnf Black Peak Purple/Tnf Black
Warranty Lifetime
Release Date August 15, 2014
Rating 4.6 5
Price Under $200 Under $100
General Features Shoulder Straps J shape - adjustable padded & articulated shoulder straps Padded shoulder straps
Sternum / Chest Straps Sternum strap with a whistle buckle Adjustable chest strap
Hip Belt / Waist Strap Removable waist belt
Zippers U-pull zippers Nylon zipper with string pulls
Main Compartment Access Normal top two way zip access Zippered opening at the top and side for easy access
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 Laptop compartment
Water Bottle Yes
Handles Two grab handles, a padded handle on top of the pack and another handle on front Four padded webbing handles
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Padded; 14.75'' x 12'' (37.5 cm x 30.5 cm) Padded
Travel Features Base / Bottom Bottom compression Dedicated zip bottom
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Padded Padded flat back panel
Gym / Sports Features Laundry Pocket Dedicated zip bottom compartment to keep shoes and dirty laundry separate

You're currently comparing the Router Backpack by The North Face against the Explore Haulaback Backpack by The North Face.


The North Face's Router Backpack is a Commuter backpack with Everyday features while The North Face's Explore Haulaback Backpack is a Backpacking backpack with Hiking 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 Explore Haulaback Backpack's capacity is 43.5L with a size of 1.5 x 11 x 23.5 inches. Constructed from 900D 100% polyester with non-PFC durable water-repellent finish it weighs 3.34 pounds and is available in Peak Purple/Tnf Black.