Vans Alumni Pack 5 Backpack vs The North Face Router Backpack

The main difference between the Vans Alumni Pack 5 Backpack and the The North Face Router Backpack is that the Alumni Pack 5 Backpack has Side Pockets (2 slip-in side mesh pockets) while the Router Backpack does not.

Vans Alumni Pack 5 Backpack - Front View
The North Face Router Backpack - Front View
Specs Brand Vans The North Face
Name Alumni Pack 5 Backpack Router Backpack
Category Commuter Commuter
Sub Category Everyday Everyday
Capacity (L) 40L
Dimensions (in) 18 x 6 x 14 12.5 x 9 x 21
Weight (lb) 1 2
Fabric 210D recycled nylon ripstop with non-PFC durable water-repellent (non-PFC DWR) finish
Color Green/Multi Meld Grey/Tnf Black
Release Date August 15, 2014
Rating 3 4.6
Price Under $100 Under $200
General Features Shoulder Straps Straight - 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 2 way nylon zipper with metal pulls U-pull zippers
Main Compartment Access Normal top zip access Normal top two way zip access
External Pockets 2 side mesh pockets, 1 front zip pocket, 1 large main compartment, Fleece-lined pocket for sunglasses, phone or keys, durable water bottle pockets, large external D-zip pocket for organization
Internal Compartments 1 slip-in mesh pocket Large main compartment for books and binders, front compartment has internal organization with secure-zip pockets and a padded tablet sleeve
Side Pockets 2 slip-in 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
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Padded Padded; 14.75'' x 12'' (37.5 cm x 30.5 cm)
Travel Features Base / Bottom Bottom compression
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Padded Padded

You're currently comparing the Alumni Pack 5 Backpack by Vans against the Router Backpack by The North Face.


Vans 's Alumni Pack 5 Backpack is a Commuter backpack with Everyday features while The North Face's Router Backpack is a Commuter backpack with Everyday features.

The Vans Alumni Pack 5 Backpack has a capacity of (liters), weighs 1 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 18 x 6 x 14. It's made of and is available in Green/Multi 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.