The North Face Router Backpack vs The North Face Groundwork Backpack

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.

The North Face Router Backpack Front View
The North Face Groundwork Backpack Front View
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

You're currently comparing the Router Backpack by The North Face against the Groundwork Backpack by The North Face.


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.