The North Face Youth Recon Squash Backpack vs The North Face Router Backpack

The main difference between the The North Face Youth Recon Squash Backpack and the The North Face Router Backpack is that the Youth Recon Squash Backpack has Side Pockets (2 side mesh pockets) while the Router Backpack does not.

The North Face Youth Recon Squash Backpack
The North Face Router Backpack - Front View
Specs Brand The North Face The North Face
Name Youth Recon Squash Backpack Router Backpack
Category School Commuter
Sub Category Childrens Everyday
Capacity (L) 17L 40L
Dimensions (in) 16 x 11.25 x 6 12.5 x 9 x 21
Weight (lb) 0.98 2
Fabric 600D Polyester 210D recycled nylon ripstop with non-PFC durable water-repellent (non-PFC DWR) finish
Color C4V-TNF BLACK/HIGH RISE GREY Meld Grey/Tnf Black
Release Date August 15, 2014
Rating 4.4 4.6
Price Under $100 Under $200
General Features Shoulder Straps J shape - adjustable padded strap J shape - adjustable padded & articulated shoulder straps
Sternum / Chest Straps Breakaway sternum straps designed specifically for kids Sternum strap with a whistle buckle
Hip Belt / Waist Strap Removable waist belt
Zippers Nylon zipper with plastic pulls U-pull zippers
Main Compartment Access Normal top two way zip access Normal top two way zip access
External Pockets Front zippered pocket, mesh water bottle pockets, front mesh drop 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 that can hold 9.5" x 12" folders, zippered pocket, mesh pockets Large main compartment for books and binders, front compartment has internal organization with secure-zip pockets and a padded tablet sleeve
Side Pockets 2 side mesh pockets
Water Bottle Yes Yes
Handles Top grab handle Two grab handles, a padded handle on top of the pack and another handle on front
Loops and Attachments Reflective bike-light loop
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Padded; 14.75'' x 12'' (37.5 cm x 30.5 cm)
Travel Features Base / Bottom Bottom compression
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Comfortable, stitched-foam back panel Padded

You're currently comparing the Youth Recon Squash Backpack by The North Face against the Router Backpack by The North Face.


The North Face's Youth Recon Squash Backpack is a School backpack with Childrens features while The North Face's Router Backpack is a Commuter backpack with Everyday features.

The The North Face Youth Recon Squash Backpack has a capacity of 17L (liters), weighs 0.98 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 16 x 11.25 x 6. It's made of 600D Polyester and is available in C4V-TNF BLACK/HIGH RISE GREY 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.