The North Face Router Backpack vs The North Face Groundwork Backpack

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

The North Face Router Backpack - Front View
The North Face Groundwork Backpack Front View
Specs Brand The North Face The North Face
Name Router Backpack Groundwork Backpack
Category Commuter Laptop
Sub Category Everyday Everyday
Capacity (L) 40L
Dimensions (in) 12.5 x 9 x 21 21.3 x 15.51 x 3.54
Weight (lb) 2
Fabric 210D recycled nylon ripstop with non-PFC durable water-repellent (non-PFC DWR) finish 600D Polyester
Color Meld Grey/Tnf Black 2 colors and patterns
Warranty The North Face Lifetime Warranty
Release Date August 15, 2014
Rating 4.6 5.0
Price Under $200 Under $200
General Features Shoulder Straps J shape - adjustable padded & articulated shoulder straps Padded shoulder straps
Sternum / Chest Straps Sternum strap with a whistle buckle Sternum strap with whistle buckle
Hip Belt / Waist Strap Removable waist belt
Zippers U-pull zippers
Main Compartment Access Normal top two way zip access Normal zipped access
External Pockets Fleece-lined pocket for sunglasses, phone or keys, durable water bottle pockets, large external D-zip pocket for organization 1 front zipped pocket and 2 side 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 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 Top grab handle
Loops and Attachments Elastic cord
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Padded; 14.75'' x 12'' (37.5 cm x 30.5 cm) Laptop sleeve fits laptop up to 15"
Travel Features Base / Bottom Bottom compression
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Padded Padded mesh back panel

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


The North Face's Router Backpack is a Commuter backpack with Everyday features while The North Face's Groundwork Backpack is a Laptop backpack with Everyday 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 Groundwork Backpack's capacity is with a size of 21.3 x 15.51 x 3.54 inches. Constructed from 600D Polyester it weighs pounds and is available in 2 colors and patterns.