The North Face Womens Borealis 27L Backpack vs The North Face Router Backpack

The main difference between the The North Face Womens Borealis 27L Backpack and the The North Face Router Backpack is that the Womens Borealis 27L Backpack has Side Pockets (Side pockets can fit water bottle) while the Router Backpack does not.

The North Face Womens Borealis 27L Backpack Side View
The North Face Router Backpack - Front View
Specs Brand The North Face The North Face
Name Womens Borealis 27L Backpack Router Backpack
Category Womens Commuter
Sub Category Travel Everyday
Capacity (L) 27L 40L
Dimensions (in) 19.37 x 15.79 x 3.11 12.5 x 9 x 21
Weight (lb) 2.3 2
Fabric 100% Polyester 210D recycled nylon ripstop with non-PFC durable water-repellent (non-PFC DWR) finish
Color 3 Colors and patterns Meld Grey/Tnf Black
Warranty The North Face Lifetime Warranty
Release Date August 15, 2014
Rating 4.6
Price Under $125 Under $200
General Features Shoulder Straps FlexVent suspension system with padded mesh back panel and shoulder straps J shape - adjustable padded & articulated shoulder straps
Sternum / Chest Straps Adjustable sternum strap Sternum strap with a whistle buckle
Hip Belt / Waist Strap Adjustable waist strap Removable waist belt
Zippers U-pull zippers
Main Compartment Access Normal top two way zip access
External Pockets 1 zipped front pocket and 2 side pockets 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
Side Pockets Side pockets can fit water bottle
Water Bottle Yes Yes
Handles Padded top grab handle Two grab handles, a padded handle on top of the pack and another handle on front
Loops and Attachments Front elastic bungee system
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Padded laptop sleeve that fits up to 15" Padded; 14.75'' x 12'' (37.5 cm x 30.5 cm)
Tablet Sleeve Padded tablet sleeve
Organizer Pocket Front utility pocket with organizer
Travel Features Base / Bottom Bottom compression
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Padded
Reflective Safety Strips 360-degree reflectivity

You're currently comparing the Womens Borealis 27L Backpack by The North Face against the Router Backpack by The North Face.


The North Face's Womens Borealis 27L Backpack is a Womens backpack with Travel features while The North Face's Router Backpack is a Commuter backpack with Everyday features.

The The North Face Womens Borealis 27L Backpack has a capacity of 27L (liters), weighs 2.3 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 19.37 x 15.79 x 3.11. It's made of 100% Polyester and is available in 3 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.