The North Face Router Backpack vs Thule 20L Lithos Backpack

The main difference between the The North Face Router Backpack and the Thule 20L Lithos Backpack is that the Router Backpack has Sternum / Chest Straps (Sternum strap with a whistle buckle) while the 20L Lithos Backpack does not.

The North Face Router Backpack - Front View
Thule Lithos Backpack Front View
Specs Brand The North Face Thule
Name Router Backpack 20L Lithos Backpack
Category Commuter Commuter
Sub Category Everyday Everyday
Capacity (L) 40L 20L
Dimensions (in) 12.5 x 9 x 21 11 x 9 x 17.3
Weight (lb) 2 1.6
Fabric 210D recycled nylon ripstop with non-PFC durable water-repellent (non-PFC DWR) finish Polyester Ripstop
Color Meld Grey/Tnf Black 8 colors and patterns
Warranty Thule Guarantee
Release Date August 15, 2014 July 8, 2020
Rating 4.6 4.8
Price Under $200 Under $100
General Features Shoulder Straps J shape - adjustable padded & articulated shoulder straps Adjustable padded shoulder straps
Sternum / Chest Straps Sternum strap with a whistle buckle
Hip Belt / Waist Strap Removable waist belt
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 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 Internal sleeves and zipped mesh pocket
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 Top grab handle
Loops and Attachments Light lash point on front panel
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Padded; 14.75'' x 12'' (37.5 cm x 30.5 cm) Padded laptop pocket fits up to 15.6"
Tablet Sleeve Dedicated tablet pocket
Organizer Pocket Front utility pocket with organizer
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 20L Lithos Backpack by Thule .


The North Face's Router Backpack is a Commuter backpack with Everyday features while Thule 's 20L Lithos 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 Thule 20L Lithos Backpack's capacity is 20L with a size of 11 x 9 x 17.3 inches. Constructed from Polyester Ripstop it weighs 1.6 pounds and is available in 8 colors and patterns.