The main difference between the The North Face Router Backpack and the The North Face Cryptic Backpack is that the Router Backpack has Hip Belt / Waist Strap (Removable waist belt) while the Cryptic Backpack does not.
Specs | Brand | The North Face | The North Face |
Name | Router Backpack | Cryptic Backpack | |
Category | School | Daypack | |
Sub Category | Laptop | Laptop | |
Capacity (L) | 40L | 29L | |
Dimensions (in) | 21.25 x 14 x 10.5 | 13 x 19 x 6 | |
Weight (lb) | 3.3 | 2.0 | |
Fabric | 500D Nylon Oxford Slub, 420 D Nylon, 210D Cordura Nylon Ripstop | 600D Polyester | |
Color | 4 colors and patterns | 8 colors and patterns | |
Warranty | The North Face Lifetime Warranty | The North Face Lifetime Warranty | |
Release Date | August 15, 2014 | April 16, 2021 | |
Rating | 4.7 | 4.8 | |
Price | Under $175 | Under $100 | |
General Features | Shoulder Straps | Custom injection-molded shoulder straps | FlexVent™ custom molded shoulder straps |
Sternum / Chest Straps | Sternum strap with whistle buckle | Sternum strap with whistle buckle | |
Hip Belt / Waist Strap | Removable waist belt | ||
Water Proof / Water Resistant | Water repellant finish | Water repellant finish | |
Main Compartment Access | Normal zipped access | Normal zipped access | |
External Pockets | 2 zipped front pockets and 2 side pockets | 1 zipped front pocket and 2 side 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 handle | |
Loops and Attachments | 360 degree reflective bike-light loop | Front elastic bungee system | |
Business & School Features | Laptop Sleeve | Dedicated laptop compartment fits up to 17" | Padded laptop compartment |
Tablet Sleeve | Padded fleece-lined tablet sleeve | ||
Travel Features | Compression Straps | External compression straps | |
Hiking / Backpacking Features | Back Panel | The FlexVent™ suspension system | Comfortable padded mesh back panel and breathable lumbar panel |
Reflective Safety Strips | Reflective details |
The North Face 's Router Backpack is a School backpack with Laptop features while The North Face 's Cryptic Backpack is a Daypack 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 Cryptic Backpack's capacity is 29L with a size of 13 x 19 x 6 inches. Constructed from 600D Polyester it weighs 2.0 pounds and is available in 8 colors and patterns.
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