The main difference between the The North Face Router Backpack and the The North Face Top Loader Daypack is that the Router Backpack has Sternum / Chest Straps (Sternum strap with whistle buckle) while the Top Loader Daypack does not.
Specs | Brand | The North Face | The North Face |
Name | Router Backpack | Top Loader Daypack | |
Category | School | Daypack | |
Sub Category | Laptop | Commuter | |
Capacity (L) | 40L | 16L | |
Dimensions (in) | 21.25 x 14 x 10.5 | 10.24 x 4.13 x 14.37 | |
Weight (lb) | 3.3 | 1.0 | |
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 | May 16, 2019 | |
Rating | 4.7 | 4.4 | |
Price | Under $175 | Under $75 | |
General Features | Shoulder Straps | Custom injection-molded shoulder straps | Padded shoulder straps |
Sternum / Chest Straps | Sternum strap with whistle buckle | ||
Hip Belt / Waist Strap | Removable waist belt | ||
Water Proof / Water Resistant | Water repellant finish | Water-repellent finish | |
Main Compartment Access | Normal zipped access | Top loading access | |
External Pockets | 2 zipped front pockets and 2 side pockets | Invisible top zipped pocket | |
Side Pockets | Side pockets can fit water bottle | ||
Water Bottle | Yes | No | |
Handles | Padded top handle and front haul handle | Top grab handle | |
Loops and Attachments | 360 degree reflective bike-light loop | Leather patch, bike-light loop | |
Business & School Features | Laptop Sleeve | Dedicated laptop compartment fits up to 17" | Laptop sleeve fits laptop up to 13" |
Tablet Sleeve | Padded fleece-lined tablet sleeve | ||
Travel Features | Compression Straps | External compression straps | |
Hiking / Backpacking Features | Back Panel | The FlexVent™ suspension system | Padded 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 Top Loader 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 Top Loader Daypack's capacity is 16L with a size of 10.24 x 4.13 x 14.37 inches. Constructed from 600D Polyester it weighs 1.0 pounds and is available in 2 colors and patterns.
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