The North Face Router Backpack vs The North Face Borealis Laptop Tote Backpack

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

The North Face Router Backpack Front View
The North Face Borealis Laptop Tote Backpack Front View
Specs Brand The North Face The North Face
Name Router Backpack Borealis Laptop Tote Backpack
Category School Womens
Sub Category Laptop Laptop
Capacity (L) 40L 22L
Dimensions (in) 21.25 x 14 x 10.5 18.5 x 5.7 x 16.5
Weight (lb) 3.3 1.0
Fabric 500D Nylon Oxford Slub, 420 D Nylon, 210D Cordura Nylon Ripstop 210D Recycled Nylon Ripstop
Color 4 colors and patterns 7 colors and patterns
Warranty The North Face Lifetime Warranty The North Face Lifetime Warranty
Release Date August 15, 2014
Rating 4.7 4.6
Price Under $175 Under $100
General Features Shoulder Straps Custom injection-molded shoulder straps 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 Top zipped access
External Pockets 2 zipped front pockets and 2 side pockets 1 zipped front pocket
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
Loops and Attachments 360 degree reflective bike-light loop Side elastic cords
Convertible Yes
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Dedicated laptop compartment fits up to 17" Laptop sleeve fits laptop up to 13"
Tablet Sleeve Padded fleece-lined tablet sleeve Tablet sleeve
Travel Features Compression Straps External compression straps
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel The FlexVentâ„¢ suspension system
Reflective Safety Strips Reflective details

You're currently comparing the Router Backpack by The North Face against the Borealis Laptop Tote Backpack by The North Face.


The North Face 's Router Backpack is a School backpack with Laptop features while The North Face's Borealis Laptop Tote Backpack is a Womens backpack with Laptop 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 The North Face Borealis Laptop Tote Backpack's capacity is 22L with a size of 18.5 x 5.7 x 16.5 inches. Constructed from 210D Recycled Nylon Ripstop it weighs 1.0 pounds and is available in 7 colors and patterns.