The main difference between the The North Face Router Backpack and the Targus 16" Drifter II Laptop Backpack is that the Router Backpack has Sternum / Chest Straps (Sternum strap with whistle buckle) while the 16" Drifter II Laptop Backpack does not.
Specs | Brand | The North Face | Targus |
Name | Router Backpack | 16" Drifter II Laptop Backpack | |
Category | School | Laptop | |
Sub Category | Laptop | School | |
Capacity (L) | 40L | 28L | |
Dimensions (in) | 21.25 x 14 x 10.5 | 17 x 20 x 5 | |
Weight (lb) | 3.3 | 2.7 | |
Fabric | 500D Nylon Oxford Slub, 420 D Nylon, 210D Cordura Nylon Ripstop | Nylon | |
Color | 4 colors and patterns | Black, Gray, Black/Gray | |
Warranty | The North Face Lifetime Warranty | Targus Limited Lifetime Warranty | |
Release Date | August 15, 2014 | April 27, 2011 | |
Rating | 4.7 | 4.4 | |
Price | Under $175 | Under $50 | |
General Features | Shoulder Straps | Custom injection-molded shoulder straps | Heavily padded and contoured shoulder straps |
Sternum / Chest Straps | Sternum strap with whistle buckle | ||
Hip Belt / Waist Strap | Removable waist belt | ||
Water Proof / Water Resistant | Water repellant finish | Water resistant material | |
Zippers | Thick industrial zipper pulls | ||
Main Compartment Access | Normal zipped access | Normal zipped access | |
External Pockets | 2 zipped front pockets and 2 side pockets | 3 front pockets, 1 top, 1 back pocket and 4 side pockets | |
Internal Compartments | Multi-pockets in the front and main compartments | ||
Side Pockets | Side pockets can fit water bottle | Side pockets can fit water bottle and other accessories | |
Water Bottle | Yes | Yes | |
Handles | Padded top handle and front haul handle | Sturdy molded plastic handle with metal grommets and cabling | |
Loops and Attachments | 360 degree reflective bike-light loop | Hanging clasp | |
Business & School Features | Laptop Sleeve | Dedicated laptop compartment fits up to 17" | Padded laptop compartment fits up to 16" |
Tablet Sleeve | Padded fleece-lined tablet sleeve | Separate tablet pocket | |
Organizer Pocket | Front utility pocket with organizer | ||
Travel Features | Compression Straps | External compression straps | |
Base / Bottom | Weather-resistant bottom | ||
Hiking / Backpacking Features | Back Panel | The FlexVent™ suspension system | Thick padded mesh back panel |
Reflective Safety Strips | Reflective details | ||
Anti Theft Features | Hidden Pocket | Anti-theft back pocket |
The North Face 's Router Backpack is a School backpack with Laptop features while Targus 's 16" Drifter II 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 Targus 16" Drifter II Laptop Backpack's capacity is 28L with a size of 17 x 20 x 5 inches. Constructed from Nylon it weighs 2.7 pounds and is available in Black, Gray, Black/Gray .
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