The North Face Router Backpack vs Vans Alumni Pack 5 Backpack

The main difference between the The North Face Router Backpack and the Vans Alumni Pack 5 Backpack is that the Router Backpack has Sternum / Chest Straps (Sternum strap with a whistle buckle) while the Alumni Pack 5 Backpack does not.

The North Face Router Backpack - Front View
Vans Alumni Pack 5 Backpack - Front View
Specs Brand The North Face Vans
Name Router Backpack Alumni Pack 5 Backpack
Category Commuter Commuter
Sub Category Everyday Everyday
Capacity (L) 40L
Dimensions (in) 12.5 x 9 x 21 18 x 6 x 14
Weight (lb) 2 1
Fabric 210D recycled nylon ripstop with non-PFC durable water-repellent (non-PFC DWR) finish
Color Meld Grey/Tnf Black Green/Multi
Release Date August 15, 2014
Rating 4.6 3
Price Under $200 Under $100
General Features Shoulder Straps J shape - adjustable padded & articulated shoulder straps Straight - adjustable padded strap
Sternum / Chest Straps Sternum strap with a whistle buckle
Hip Belt / Waist Strap Removable waist belt
Zippers U-pull zippers 2 way nylon zipper with metal pulls
Main Compartment Access Normal top two way zip access Normal top zip access
External Pockets Fleece-lined pocket for sunglasses, phone or keys, durable water bottle pockets, large external D-zip pocket for organization 2 side mesh pockets, 1 front zip pocket, 1 large main compartment,
Internal Compartments Large main compartment for books and binders, front compartment has internal organization with secure-zip pockets and a padded tablet sleeve 1 slip-in mesh pocket
Side Pockets 2 slip-in 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
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Padded; 14.75'' x 12'' (37.5 cm x 30.5 cm) 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 Alumni Pack 5 Backpack by Vans .


The North Face's Router Backpack is a Commuter backpack with Everyday features while Vans 's Alumni Pack 5 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 Vans Alumni Pack 5 Backpack's capacity is with a size of 18 x 6 x 14 inches. Constructed from it weighs 1 pounds and is available in Green/Multi.