The North Face Router Backpack vs Amazon Basics 17" Laptop Backpack

The main difference between the The North Face Router Backpack and the Amazon Basics 17" Laptop Backpack is that the Router Backpack has Sternum / Chest Straps (Sternum strap with whistle buckle) while the 17" Laptop Backpack does not.

The North Face Router Backpack Front View
Amazon Basics Laptop Backpack Front View
Specs Brand The North Face Amazon Basics
Name Router Backpack 17" Laptop Backpack
Category School Laptop
Sub Category Laptop School
Capacity (L) 40L
Dimensions (in) 21.25 x 14 x 10.5 13.39 x 7 x 19.29
Weight (lb) 3.3 2
Fabric 500D Nylon Oxford Slub, 420 D Nylon, 210D Cordura Nylon Ripstop 100% Polyester
Color 4 colors and patterns Black
Warranty The North Face Lifetime Warranty Amazon Basics Limited 1-year Warranty
Release Date August 15, 2014 August 8, 2013
Rating 4.7 4.6
Price Under $175 Under $50
General Features Shoulder Straps Custom injection-molded shoulder straps Breathable and adjustable shoulder straps
Sternum / Chest Straps Sternum strap with whistle buckle
Hip Belt / Waist Strap Removable waist belt
Water Proof / Water Resistant Water repellant finish
Main Compartment Access Normal zipped access Normal zipped access
External Pockets 2 zipped front pockets and 2 side pockets 2 zipped front pockets and 2 side pockets
Internal Compartments Dual compartment with many inner pockets
Side Pockets Side pockets can fit water bottle Side pockets can fit water bottle
Water Bottle Yes Yes
Handles Padded top handle and front haul handle Padded top grab handle
Loops and Attachments 360 degree reflective bike-light loop
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Dedicated laptop compartment fits up to 17" Padded sleeve that fits up to 17" laptop
Tablet Sleeve Padded fleece-lined tablet sleeve Tablet sleeve in the front pocket
Organizer Pocket Front utility pocket with organizer
Travel Features Compression Straps External compression straps External side compression straps
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel The FlexVent™ suspension system Comfortable back panel
Reflective Safety Strips Reflective details

You're currently comparing the Router Backpack by The North Face against the 17" Laptop Backpack by Amazon Basics .


The North Face 's Router Backpack is a School backpack with Laptop features while Amazon Basics 's 17" Laptop Backpack is a Laptop backpack with School features.

The The North Face Router Backpack has a capacity of 40L (liters), weighs 3.3 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 21.25 x 14 x 10.5. It's made of 500D Nylon Oxford Slub, 420 D Nylon, 210D Cordura Nylon Ripstop and is available in 4 colors and patterns in comparison the Amazon Basics 17" Laptop Backpack 's capacity is with a size of 13.39 x 7 x 19.29 inches. Constructed from 100% Polyester it weighs 2 pounds and is available in Black.