The North Face Top Loader Daypack vs The North Face Router Backpack

The main difference between the The North Face Top Loader Daypack and the The North Face Router Backpack is that the Top Loader Daypack has Water Proof / Water Resistant (Water-repellent finish) while the Router Backpack does not.

The North Face Top Loader Daypack Front View
The North Face Router Backpack - Front View
Specs Brand The North Face The North Face
Name Top Loader Daypack Router Backpack
Category Daypack Commuter
Sub Category Commuter Everyday
Capacity (L) 16L 40L
Dimensions (in) 10.24 x 4.13 x 14.37 12.5 x 9 x 21
Weight (lb) 1.0 2
Fabric 600D Polyester 210D recycled nylon ripstop with non-PFC durable water-repellent (non-PFC DWR) finish
Color 2 colors and patterns Meld Grey/Tnf Black
Warranty The North Face Lifetime Warranty
Release Date May 16, 2019 August 15, 2014
Rating 4.4 4.6
Price Under $75 Under $200
General Features Shoulder Straps Padded shoulder straps J shape - adjustable padded & articulated shoulder straps
Sternum / Chest Straps Sternum strap with a whistle buckle
Hip Belt / Waist Strap Removable waist belt
Water Proof / Water Resistant Water-repellent finish
Zippers U-pull zippers
Main Compartment Access Top loading access Normal top two way zip access
External Pockets Invisible top zipped pocket Fleece-lined pocket for sunglasses, phone or keys, durable water bottle pockets, large external D-zip pocket for organization
Internal Compartments Large main compartment for books and binders, front compartment has internal organization with secure-zip pockets and a padded tablet sleeve
Water Bottle No Yes
Handles Top grab handle Two grab handles, a padded handle on top of the pack and another handle on front
Loops and Attachments Leather patch, bike-light loop
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Laptop sleeve fits laptop up to 13" Padded; 14.75'' x 12'' (37.5 cm x 30.5 cm)
Travel Features Base / Bottom Bottom compression
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Padded back panel Padded

You're currently comparing the Top Loader Daypack by The North Face against the Router Backpack by The North Face.


The North Face 's Top Loader Daypack is a Daypack backpack with Commuter features while The North Face's Router Backpack is a Commuter backpack with Everyday features.

The The North Face Top Loader Daypack has a capacity of 16L (liters), weighs 1.0 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 10.24 x 4.13 x 14.37. It's made of 600D Polyester and is available in 2 colors and patterns in comparison the The North Face Router Backpack's capacity is 40L with a size of 12.5 x 9 x 21 inches. Constructed from 210D recycled nylon ripstop with non-PFC durable water-repellent (non-PFC DWR) finish it weighs 2 pounds and is available in Meld Grey/Tnf Black.