The North Face Router Backpack vs The North Face Womens Borealis 27L Backpack

The main difference between the The North Face Router Backpack and the The North Face Womens Borealis 27L Backpack is that the Router Backpack has Zippers (U-pull zippers) while the Womens Borealis 27L Backpack does not.

The North Face Router Backpack - Front View
The North Face Womens Borealis 27L Backpack Side View
Specs Brand The North Face The North Face
Name Router Backpack Womens Borealis 27L Backpack
Category Commuter Womens
Sub Category Everyday Travel
Capacity (L) 40L 27L
Dimensions (in) 12.5 x 9 x 21 19.37 x 15.79 x 3.11
Weight (lb) 2 2.3
Fabric 210D recycled nylon ripstop with non-PFC durable water-repellent (non-PFC DWR) finish 100% Polyester
Color Meld Grey/Tnf Black 3 Colors and patterns
Warranty The North Face Lifetime Warranty
Release Date August 15, 2014
Rating 4.6
Price Under $200 Under $125
General Features Shoulder Straps J shape - adjustable padded & articulated shoulder straps FlexVent suspension system with padded mesh back panel and shoulder straps
Sternum / Chest Straps Sternum strap with a whistle buckle Adjustable sternum strap
Hip Belt / Waist Strap Removable waist belt Adjustable waist strap
Zippers U-pull zippers
Main Compartment 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 1 zipped front 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 Padded top grab handle
Loops and Attachments Front elastic bungee system
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Padded; 14.75'' x 12'' (37.5 cm x 30.5 cm) Padded laptop sleeve that fits up to 15"
Tablet Sleeve Padded tablet sleeve
Organizer Pocket Front utility pocket with organizer
Travel Features Base / Bottom Bottom compression
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Padded
Reflective Safety Strips 360-degree reflectivity

You're currently comparing the Router Backpack by The North Face against the Womens Borealis 27L Backpack by The North Face.


The North Face's Router Backpack is a Commuter backpack with Everyday features while The North Face's Womens Borealis 27L Backpack is a Womens backpack with Travel 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 Womens Borealis 27L Backpack 's capacity is 27L with a size of 19.37 x 15.79 x 3.11 inches. Constructed from 100% Polyester it weighs 2.3 pounds and is available in 3 Colors and patterns.