The North Face Router Backpack vs The North Face Youth Recon Squash Backpack

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

The North Face Router Backpack - Front View
The North Face Youth Recon Squash Backpack
Specs Brand The North Face The North Face
Name Router Backpack Youth Recon Squash Backpack
Category Commuter School
Sub Category Everyday Childrens
Capacity (L) 40L 17L
Dimensions (in) 12.5 x 9 x 21 16 x 11.25 x 6
Weight (lb) 2 0.98
Fabric 210D recycled nylon ripstop with non-PFC durable water-repellent (non-PFC DWR) finish 600D Polyester
Color Meld Grey/Tnf Black C4V-TNF BLACK/HIGH RISE GREY
Release Date August 15, 2014
Rating 4.6 4.4
Price Under $200 Under $100
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 Breakaway sternum straps designed specifically for kids
Hip Belt / Waist Strap Removable waist belt
Zippers U-pull zippers Nylon zipper with plastic 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 Front zippered pocket, mesh water bottle pockets, front mesh drop pocket
Internal Compartments Large main compartment for books and binders, front compartment has internal organization with secure-zip pockets and a padded tablet sleeve Large main compartment that can hold 9.5" x 12" folders, zippered pocket, mesh pockets
Side Pockets 2 side mesh 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
Loops and Attachments Reflective bike-light loop
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 Comfortable, stitched-foam back panel

You're currently comparing the Router Backpack by The North Face against the Youth Recon Squash Backpack by The North Face.


The North Face's Router Backpack is a Commuter backpack with Everyday features while The North Face's Youth Recon Squash Backpack is a School backpack with Childrens 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 Youth Recon Squash Backpack's capacity is 17L with a size of 16 x 11.25 x 6 inches. Constructed from 600D Polyester it weighs 0.98 pounds and is available in C4V-TNF BLACK/HIGH RISE GREY.