The North Face Router Backpack vs High Sierra Swerve Laptop Backpack

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.

The North Face Router Backpack Front View
High Sierra Swerve Laptop Backpack Front View
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

You're currently comparing the Router Backpack by The North Face against the Swerve Laptop Backpack by High Sierra .


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.