The North Face Router Backpack vs TIMBUK2 Parker Commuter Backpack

The main difference between the The North Face Router Backpack and the Timbuk2 Commuter Parker Backpack is that the Router Backpack has Base / Bottom (Bottom compression) while the Commuter Parker Backpack does not.

The North Face Router Backpack - Front View
TIMBUK2 Commuter Backpack - Front View
Specs Brand The North Face Timbuk2
Name Router Backpack Commuter Parker Backpack
Category Commuter Commuter
Sub Category Everyday Everyday
Capacity (L) 40L 42L
Dimensions (in) 12.5 x 9 x 21 ‎11.81 x 5.51 x 20.47
Weight (lb) 2 4.9
Fabric 210D recycled nylon ripstop with non-PFC durable water-repellent (non-PFC DWR) finish
Color Meld Grey/Tnf Black Jet Black
Warranty Lifetime Warranty
Release Date August 15, 2014 November 2, 2016
Rating 4.6 4.2
Price Under $200 Under $250
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 Adjustable chest strap
Hip Belt / Waist Strap Removable waist belt Adjustable waist strap
Zippers U-pull zippers Nylon zipper with metal pulls
Main Compartment Access Normal top two way zip access Doubled roll top loading
External Pockets Fleece-lined pocket for sunglasses, phone or keys, durable water bottle pockets, large external D-zip pocket for organization 2 front zip pockets, 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 Laptop sleeve
Side Pockets 2 side 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
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Padded; 14.75'' x 12'' (37.5 cm x 30.5 cm) Padded; 15" laptop
Travel Features Base / Bottom Bottom compression
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Padded Padded
Rain Cover Detachable rain cover

You're currently comparing the Router Backpack by The North Face against the Commuter Parker Backpack by Timbuk2.


The North Face's Router Backpack is a Commuter backpack with Everyday features while Timbuk2's Commuter Parker 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 Timbuk2 Commuter Parker Backpack's capacity is 42L with a size of ‎11.81 x 5.51 x 20.47 inches. Constructed from it weighs 4.9 pounds and is available in Jet Black.