The North Face Router Backpack vs The North Face Explore Fusebox Daypack

The main difference between the The North Face Router Backpack and the The North Face Explore Fusebox Daypack is that the Router Backpack has Hip Belt / Waist Strap (Removable waist belt) while the Explore Fusebox Daypack does not.

The North Face Router Backpack Front View
The North Face Explore Fusebox Daypack Front View
Specs Brand The North Face The North Face
Name Router Backpack Explore Fusebox Daypack
Category School Daypack
Sub Category Laptop Commuter
Capacity (L) 40L 26L
Dimensions (in) 21.25 x 14 x 10.5 12.5 x 7.5 x 18.5
Weight (lb) 3.3 2.4
Fabric 500D Nylon Oxford Slub, 420 D Nylon, 210D Cordura Nylon Ripstop 900D Polyester
Color 4 colors and patterns 5 colors and patterns
Warranty The North Face Lifetime Warranty The North Face Lifetime Warranty
Release Date August 15, 2014 June 25, 2020
Rating 4.7 4.9
Price Under $175 Under $100
General Features Shoulder Straps Custom injection-molded shoulder straps Padded 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 material
Main Compartment Access Normal zipped access Top loading access
External Pockets 2 zipped front pockets and 2 side pockets
Internal Compartments Internal zippered mesh compartment
Side Pockets Side pockets can fit water bottle
Water Bottle Yes No
Handles Padded top handle and front haul handle Two webbing tote handles with metal snap
Loops and Attachments 360 degree reflective bike-light loop Daisy chains
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Dedicated laptop compartment fits up to 17" x
Tablet Sleeve Padded fleece-lined tablet sleeve
Travel Features Compression Straps External compression straps
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel The FlexVent™ suspension system
Reflective Safety Strips Reflective details

You're currently comparing the Router Backpack by The North Face against the Explore Fusebox Daypack by The North Face .


The North Face 's Router Backpack is a School backpack with Laptop features while The North Face 's Explore Fusebox Daypack is a Daypack backpack with Commuter 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 Explore Fusebox Daypack's capacity is 26L with a size of 12.5 x 7.5 x 18.5 inches. Constructed from 900D Polyester it weighs 2.4 pounds and is available in 5 colors and patterns.