The main difference between the The North Face Router Backpack and the The North Face Groundwork Backpack is that the Router Backpack has Hip Belt / Waist Strap (Removable waist belt) while the Groundwork Backpack does not.
Specs | Brand | The North Face | The North Face |
Name | Router Backpack | Groundwork Backpack | |
Category | School | Laptop | |
Sub Category | Laptop | Everyday | |
Capacity (L) | 40L | ||
Dimensions (in) | 21.25 x 14 x 10.5 | 21.3 x 15.51 x 3.54 | |
Weight (lb) | 3.3 | ||
Fabric | 500D Nylon Oxford Slub, 420 D Nylon, 210D Cordura Nylon Ripstop | 600D Polyester | |
Color | 4 colors and patterns | 2 colors and patterns | |
Warranty | The North Face Lifetime Warranty | The North Face Lifetime Warranty | |
Release Date | August 15, 2014 | ||
Rating | 4.7 | 5.0 | |
Price | Under $175 | Under $200 | |
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 | ||
Main Compartment Access | Normal zipped access | Normal zipped access | |
External Pockets | 2 zipped front pockets and 2 side pockets | 1 front zipped 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 | Top grab handle | |
Loops and Attachments | 360 degree reflective bike-light loop | Elastic cord | |
Business & School Features | Laptop Sleeve | Dedicated laptop compartment fits up to 17" | Laptop sleeve fits laptop up to 15" |
Tablet Sleeve | Padded fleece-lined tablet sleeve | ||
Travel Features | Compression Straps | External compression straps | |
Hiking / Backpacking Features | Back Panel | The FlexVentâ„¢ suspension system | Padded mesh back panel |
Reflective Safety Strips | Reflective details |
The North Face 's Router Backpack is a School backpack with Laptop features while The North Face's Groundwork Backpack is a Laptop 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 Groundwork Backpack's capacity is with a size of 21.3 x 15.51 x 3.54 inches. Constructed from 600D Polyester it weighs pounds and is available in 2 colors and patterns.
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