TUMI Velocity Backpack vs The North Face Router Backpack

The main difference between the TUMI Velocity Backpack and the The North Face Router Backpack is that the Velocity Backpack has Side Pockets (2 side elastic open pockets) while the Router Backpack does not.

TUMI Velocity Backpack - Front View
The North Face Router Backpack - Front View
Specs Brand TUMI The North Face
Name Velocity Backpack Router Backpack
Category Commuter Commuter
Sub Category Everyday Everyday
Capacity (L) 40L
Dimensions (in) 17.0 x 12.0 x 5.5 12.5 x 9 x 21
Weight (lb) 2.7 2
Fabric Coated weave 210D recycled nylon ripstop with non-PFC durable water-repellent (non-PFC DWR) finish
Color Carbon Meld Grey/Tnf Black
Release Date August 15, 2014
Rating 4.6
Price Under $1600 Under $200
General Features Shoulder Straps Straight - padded adjustable padded strap J shape - adjustable padded & articulated shoulder straps
Sternum / Chest Straps Sternum strap with a whistle buckle
Hip Belt / Waist Strap Removable waist belt
Zippers Magnetic zippers U-pull zippers
Main Compartment Access Zip opening to main compartment Normal top two way zip access
External Pockets Zip entry to padded laptop compartment (fits up to a 15” PC or 16” MacBook screen), add-a-Bag sleeve, luggage tag, built-in USB port, 2 side elastic open pockets, back open pocket with magnetic snap Fleece-lined pocket for sunglasses, phone or keys, durable water bottle pockets, large external D-zip pocket for organization
Internal Compartments Hook with leather strap for key ring, card pocket, 2 media open pockets, built-in USB port (power bank not included), padded tablet pocket, TUMI Tracer® 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 elastic open pockets
Water Bottle Yes
Handles Leather top carry handle Two grab handles, a padded handle on top of the pack and another handle on front
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Padded; fits up to a 15” PC or 16” MacBook screen) Padded; 14.75'' x 12'' (37.5 cm x 30.5 cm)
Tablet Sleeve Padded
Travel Features Base / Bottom Bottom compression
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Padded Padded

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


TUMI's Velocity Backpack is a Commuter backpack with Everyday features while The North Face's Router Backpack is a Commuter backpack with Everyday features.

The TUMI Velocity Backpack has a capacity of (liters), weighs 2.7 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 17.0 x 12.0 x 5.5. It's made of Coated weave and is available in Carbon 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.