The North Face Router Backpack vs The Ridge Commuter Backpack

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

The North Face Router Backpack - Front View
The Ridge Commuter Backpack - Ripstop Front View
Specs Brand The North Face The Ridge
Name Router Backpack Commuter Backpack
Category Commuter Commuter
Sub Category Everyday Everyday
Capacity (L) 40L 20L
Dimensions (in) 12.5 x 9 x 21 19.72 x 13.98 x 3.54
Weight (lb) 2 2.2
Fabric 210D recycled nylon ripstop with non-PFC durable water-repellent (non-PFC DWR) finish Top-Of-The-Line Ripstop Shell
Color Meld Grey/Tnf Black 3 colors and patterns
Warranty Ridge Lifetime Warranty
Release Date August 15, 2014
Rating 4.6 4.8
Price Under $200 Under $150
General Features Shoulder Straps J shape - adjustable padded & articulated shoulder straps Adjustable shoulder strap
Sternum / Chest Straps Sternum strap with a whistle buckle Chest strap with buckle
Hip Belt / Waist Strap Removable waist belt
Water Proof / Water Resistant Weather proof material
Zippers U-pull zippers YKK Aquaquard 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 2 zipped front pockets, sunglass 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 Multi-pockets in the main compartment
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
USB Charger Built-in USB charger
Lightweight Yes
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Padded; 14.75'' x 12'' (37.5 cm x 30.5 cm) Shock-resistant laptop holder
Tablet Sleeve Shock-resistant tablet holder
Travel Features Luggage Straps / Trolley Sleeve Luggage attachment panel secures it to a roller bag
Base / Bottom Bottom compression
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Padded
Anti Theft Features RFID Blocking Hidden RFID-blocking pocket

You're currently comparing the Router Backpack by The North Face against the Commuter Backpack by The Ridge .


The North Face's Router Backpack is a Commuter backpack with Everyday features while The Ridge 's Commuter Backpack is a Commuter 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 Ridge Commuter Backpack's capacity is 20L with a size of 19.72 x 13.98 x 3.54 inches. Constructed from Top-Of-The-Line Ripstop Shell it weighs 2.2 pounds and is available in 3 colors and patterns.