The North Face Router Backpack vs The North Face Field Bag

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

The North Face Router Backpack Front View
The North Face Field Bag Front View
Specs Brand The North Face The North Face
Name Router Backpack Field Bag
Category School Sling
Sub Category Laptop Everyday
Capacity (L) 40L
Dimensions (in) 21.25 x 14 x 10.5 11.7 x 7.4 x 1.8
Weight (lb) 3.3
Fabric 500D Nylon Oxford Slub, 420 D Nylon, 210D Cordura Nylon Ripstop Polyester
Color 4 colors and patterns 6 colors and patterns
Warranty The North Face Lifetime Warranty The North Face Lifetime Warranty
Release Date August 15, 2014
Rating 4.7 4.7
Price Under $175 Under $50
General Features Shoulder Straps Custom injection-molded shoulder straps Adjustable shoulder strap
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
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
Water Bottle Yes No
Handles Padded top handle and front haul handle Top webbing loop
Loops and Attachments 360 degree reflective bike-light loop
Lightweight Yes
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Dedicated laptop compartment fits up to 17"
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 Field Bag by The North Face .


The North Face 's Router Backpack is a School backpack with Laptop features while The North Face 's Field Bag is a Sling backpack with Everyday 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 Field Bag's capacity is with a size of 11.7 x 7.4 x 1.8 inches. Constructed from Polyester it weighs pounds and is available in 6 colors and patterns.