The North Face Router Backpack vs TUMI Velocity Backpack

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

The North Face Router Backpack - Front View
TUMI Velocity Backpack - Front View
Specs Brand The North Face TUMI
Name Router Backpack Velocity Backpack
Category Commuter Commuter
Sub Category Everyday Everyday
Capacity (L) 40L
Dimensions (in) 12.5 x 9 x 21 17.0 x 12.0 x 5.5
Weight (lb) 2 2.7
Fabric 210D recycled nylon ripstop with non-PFC durable water-repellent (non-PFC DWR) finish Coated weave
Color Meld Grey/Tnf Black Carbon
Release Date August 15, 2014
Rating 4.6
Price Under $200 Under $1600
General Features Shoulder Straps J shape - adjustable padded & articulated shoulder straps Straight - padded adjustable padded strap
Sternum / Chest Straps Sternum strap with a whistle buckle
Hip Belt / Waist Strap Removable waist belt
Zippers U-pull zippers Magnetic zippers
Main Compartment Access Normal top two way zip access Zip opening to main compartment
External Pockets Fleece-lined pocket for sunglasses, phone or keys, durable water bottle pockets, large external D-zip pocket for organization Zip entry to padded laptop compartment (fits up to a 15” PC or 16” MacBook screen), add-a-Bag sleeve, luggage tag, built-in USB port, 2 side elastic open pockets, back open pocket with magnetic snap
Internal Compartments Large main compartment for books and binders, front compartment has internal organization with secure-zip pockets and a padded tablet sleeve Hook with leather strap for key ring, card pocket, 2 media open pockets, built-in USB port (power bank not included), padded tablet pocket, TUMI Tracer®
Side Pockets 2 side elastic open pockets
Water Bottle Yes
Handles Two grab handles, a padded handle on top of the pack and another handle on front Leather top carry handle
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Padded; 14.75'' x 12'' (37.5 cm x 30.5 cm) Padded; fits up to a 15” PC or 16” MacBook screen)
Tablet Sleeve Padded
Travel Features Base / Bottom Bottom compression
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Padded Padded

You're currently comparing the Router Backpack by The North Face against the Velocity Backpack by TUMI.


The North Face's Router Backpack is a Commuter backpack with Everyday features while TUMI's Velocity 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 TUMI Velocity Backpack's capacity is with a size of 17.0 x 12.0 x 5.5 inches. Constructed from Coated weave it weighs 2.7 pounds and is available in Carbon.