The North Face Base Camp Small Duffel vs The North Face Griffin Backpack

The main difference between the The North Face Base Camp Small Duffel and the The North Face Griffin Backpack is that the Base Camp Small Duffel has Zippers (D-zip opening with a weather resistant flap) while the Griffin Backpack does not.

The North Face Base Camp Duffel - S Front View
The North Face Griffin Backpack - Front View
Specs Brand The North Face The North Face
Name Base Camp Small Duffel Griffin Backpack
Category Travel Outdoor
Sub Category Outdoor Travel
Capacity (L) 50L 65L
Dimensions (in) 13 x 21 x 13 15.4 x 11 x 26.4
Weight (lb) 2.0 2
Fabric 1000D Phthalate-Free, Recycled PVC Nylon
Color 3 colors and patterns Asphalt Grey/Tnf Black
Warranty The North Face Lifetime Warranty
Release Date April 13, 2018
Rating 4.7 3.8
Price Under $225 Under $225
General Features Shoulder Straps Detachable, adjustable, alpine-cut shoulder straps Padded adjustable shoulder strap
Sternum / Chest Straps Sternum strap with a whistle buckle
Hip Belt / Waist Strap Pivoting hip belt
Water Proof / Water Resistant Non-PFC durable water-repellent Water repellent
Zippers D-zip opening with a weather resistant flap
Main Compartment Access Main compartment has a secure-zip mesh pocket and an end-cap mesh sleeve pocket for more organization Wraparound J-zipper access
External Pockets 2 stretch side pockets, beaver-tail pocket, 2 hip belt pocket
Side Pockets 2 stretch side pockets
Water Bottle No Yes
Handles Two padded side handles
Loops and Attachments Detachable daypack
Convertible Yes
Travel Features Compression Straps External compression straps External compression straps
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Padded adjustable back panel
Load Lifters Adjustable load lifters
Hip Belt Pockets 2 hip belt pockets
Top / Floating Lid Detachable flip-forward top lid
Reflective Safety Strips Reflective webbing
Hydration Features Hydration Compatible Hydration sleeve

You're currently comparing the Base Camp Small Duffel by The North Face against the Griffin Backpack by The North Face.


The North Face 's Base Camp Small Duffel is a Travel backpack with Outdoor features while The North Face's Griffin Backpack is a Outdoor backpack with Travel features.

The The North Face Base Camp Small Duffel has a capacity of 50L (liters), weighs 2.0 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 13 x 21 x 13. It's made of 1000D Phthalate-Free, Recycled PVC and is available in 3 colors and patterns in comparison the The North Face Griffin Backpack's capacity is 65L with a size of 15.4 x 11 x 26.4 inches. Constructed from Nylon it weighs 2 pounds and is available in Asphalt Grey/Tnf Black.