The North Face Router Backpack vs The North Face Hydra 26L Backpack

The main difference between the The North Face Router Backpack and the The North Face Hydra 26L Backpack is that the Router Backpack has Internal Compartments (Large main compartment for books and binders, front compartment has internal organization with secure-zip pockets and a padded tablet sleeve) while the Hydra 26L Backpack does not.

The North Face Router Backpack - Front View
The North Face Hydra 26L Backpack - Front View
Specs Brand The North Face The North Face
Name Router Backpack Hydra 26L Backpack
Category Commuter Hiking
Sub Category Everyday Backpacking
Capacity (L) 40L 26L
Dimensions (in) 12.5 x 9 x 21 24 x 15 x 5
Weight (lb) 2 2
Fabric 210D recycled nylon ripstop with non-PFC durable water-repellent (non-PFC DWR) finish 70D IronLite nylon with non-PFC durable water-repellent (non-PFC DWR) finish.
Color Meld Grey/Tnf Black Goblin Blue/Beta Blue
Warranty Lifetime
Release Date August 15, 2014
Rating 4.6 1
Price Under $200 Under $150
General Features Shoulder Straps J shape - adjustable padded & articulated shoulder straps J shape - adjustable padded strap
Sternum / Chest Straps Sternum strap with a whistle buckle Adjustable chest strap
Hip Belt / Waist Strap Removable waist belt Adjustable waist strap
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 2 stretch side pockets, beaver-tail pocket, hydration sleeve and 2 tool keepers
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 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 Integrated hydration sleeve

You're currently comparing the Router Backpack by The North Face against the Hydra 26L Backpack by The North Face.


The North Face's Router Backpack is a Commuter backpack with Everyday features while The North Face's Hydra 26L 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 Hydra 26L Backpack's capacity is 26L with a size of 24 x 15 x 5 inches. Constructed from 70D IronLite nylon with non-PFC durable water-repellent (non-PFC DWR) finish. it weighs 2 pounds and is available in Goblin Blue/Beta Blue.