The main difference between the The North Face Router Backpack and the High Sierra Swerve Laptop Backpack is that the Router Backpack has Sternum / Chest Straps (Sternum strap with whistle buckle) while the Swerve Laptop Backpack does not.
Specs | Brand | The North Face | High Sierra |
Name | Router Backpack | Swerve Laptop Backpack | |
Category | School | Laptop | |
Sub Category | Laptop | School | |
Capacity (L) | 40L | ||
Dimensions (in) | 21.25 x 14 x 10.5 | 19 x 13 x 7.75 | |
Weight (lb) | 3.3 | 2.2 | |
Fabric | 500D Nylon Oxford Slub, 420 D Nylon, 210D Cordura Nylon Ripstop | Polyester | |
Color | 4 colors and patterns | 20+ colors and patterns | |
Warranty | The North Face Lifetime Warranty | High Sierra Limited Lifetime Warranty | |
Release Date | August 15, 2014 | ||
Rating | 4.7 | 4.6 | |
Price | Under $175 | Under $50 | |
General Features | Shoulder Straps | Custom injection-molded shoulder straps | S-curve padded 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 main compartment with multiple 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" | Fully-padded laptop sleeve that fits up to 17" |
Tablet Sleeve | Padded fleece-lined tablet sleeve | Dedicated tablet sleeve | |
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 | Padded back panel |
Ventilated Back | Moisture wicking vapel mesh material and deep air channels | ||
Reflective Safety Strips | Reflective details | Reflective accents |
The North Face 's Router Backpack is a School backpack with Laptop features while High Sierra 's Swerve 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 High Sierra Swerve Laptop Backpack's capacity is with a size of 19 x 13 x 7.75 inches. Constructed from Polyester it weighs 2.2 pounds and is available in 20+ colors and patterns.
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