The North Face Router Backpack vs The North Face Top Loader Daypack

The main difference between the The North Face Router Backpack and the The North Face Top Loader Daypack is that the Router Backpack has Sternum / Chest Straps (Sternum strap with a whistle buckle) while the Top Loader Daypack does not.

The North Face Router Backpack - Front View
The North Face Top Loader Daypack Front View
Specs Brand The North Face The North Face
Name Router Backpack Top Loader Daypack
Category Commuter Daypack
Sub Category Everyday Commuter
Capacity (L) 40L 16L
Dimensions (in) 12.5 x 9 x 21 10.24 x 4.13 x 14.37
Weight (lb) 2 1.0
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 May 16, 2019
Rating 4.6 4.4
Price Under $200 Under $75
General Features Shoulder Straps J shape - adjustable padded & articulated shoulder straps Padded shoulder straps
Sternum / Chest Straps Sternum strap with a whistle buckle
Hip Belt / Waist Strap Removable waist belt
Water Proof / Water Resistant Water-repellent finish
Zippers U-pull zippers
Main Compartment Access Normal top two way zip access Top loading access
External Pockets Fleece-lined pocket for sunglasses, phone or keys, durable water bottle pockets, large external D-zip pocket for organization Invisible top zipped pocket
Internal Compartments Large main compartment for books and binders, front compartment has internal organization with secure-zip pockets and a padded tablet sleeve
Water Bottle Yes No
Handles Two grab handles, a padded handle on top of the pack and another handle on front Top grab handle
Loops and Attachments Leather patch, bike-light loop
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Padded; 14.75'' x 12'' (37.5 cm x 30.5 cm) Laptop sleeve fits laptop up to 13"
Travel Features Base / Bottom Bottom compression
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Padded Padded back panel

You're currently comparing the Router Backpack by The North Face against the Top Loader Daypack by The North Face .


The North Face's Router Backpack is a Commuter backpack with Everyday features while The North Face 's Top Loader Daypack is a Daypack backpack with Commuter 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 Top Loader Daypack's capacity is 16L with a size of 10.24 x 4.13 x 14.37 inches. Constructed from 600D Polyester it weighs 1.0 pounds and is available in 2 colors and patterns.