The North Face Router Backpack vs The North Face Tote Pack

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

The North Face Router Backpack - Front View
The North Face Tote Pack Front View
Specs Brand The North Face The North Face
Name Router Backpack Tote Pack
Category Commuter Womens
Sub Category Everyday Everyday
Capacity (L) 40L 14.5L
Dimensions (in) 12.5 x 9 x 21 9.84 x 4.33 x 14.56
Weight (lb) 2 1.0
Fabric 210D recycled nylon ripstop with non-PFC durable water-repellent (non-PFC DWR) finish 600D Recycled Polyester
Color Meld Grey/Tnf Black 6 colors and patterns
Warranty The North Face Lifetime Warranty
Release Date August 15, 2014 November 19, 2020
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 repellant finish
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
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 Two webbing tote handles with snap closure
Loops and Attachments Bike-light loop, leather patch
Convertible Yes
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Padded; 14.75'' x 12'' (37.5 cm x 30.5 cm) Laptop sleeve
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 Tote Pack by The North Face .


The North Face's Router Backpack is a Commuter backpack with Everyday features while The North Face 's Tote Pack is a Womens 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 Tote Pack 's capacity is 14.5L with a size of 9.84 x 4.33 x 14.56 inches. Constructed from 600D Recycled Polyester it weighs 1.0 pounds and is available in 6 colors and patterns.