The North Face Cryptic Backpack vs The North Face Generator Backpack

The main difference between the The North Face Cryptic Backpack and the The North Face Generator Backpack is that the Cryptic Backpack has Sternum / Chest Straps (Sternum strap with whistle buckle) while the Generator Backpack does not.

The North Face Cryptic Backpack Front View
The North Face Generator Backpack
Specs Brand The North Face The North Face
Name Cryptic Backpack Generator Backpack
Category Daypack Outdoor
Sub Category Laptop Daypack
Capacity (L) 29L
Dimensions (in) 13 x 19 x 6 19.75 x 13.5 x 8.5
Weight (lb) 2.0 2
Fabric 600D Polyester 210D Cordura nylon
Color 8 colors and patterns Tnf Red/Asphalt
Warranty The North Face Lifetime Warranty
Release Date April 16, 2021
Rating 4.8 4.3
Price Under $100 Under $100
General Features Shoulder Straps FlexVent™ custom molded shoulder straps FlexVent suspension system boasts custom injection-molded shoulder straps
Sternum / Chest Straps Sternum strap with whistle buckle
Water Proof / Water Resistant Water repellant finish
Zippers Nylon zipper with string and plastic pulls
Main Compartment Access Normal zipped access Normal top two way zip access
External Pockets 1 zipped front pocket and 2 side pockets Elastic webbing for cord management 360-degree reflective bike-light loop, water bottle tabs, shoulder strap webbing External fleece-lined pocket, removable waist belt, Contrast embroidered The North Face logo on center top
Internal Compartments Laptop sleeve, tablet sleeve, fleece-lined media pocket, secure zippered pocket
Side Pockets Side pockets can fit water bottle 2 mesh side pockets
Water Bottle Yes Yes
Handles Padded top handle Padded top haul handle Sternum strap with whistle buckle
Loops and Attachments Front elastic bungee system
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Padded laptop compartment Padded, fleece-lined 15″ laptop sleeve
Tablet Sleeve Padded, fleece-lined tablet sleeve
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Comfortable padded mesh back panel and breathable lumbar panel Padded mesh back panel

You're currently comparing the Cryptic Backpack by The North Face against the Generator Backpack by The North Face.


The North Face 's Cryptic Backpack is a Daypack backpack with Laptop features while The North Face's Generator Backpack is a Outdoor backpack with Daypack features.

The The North Face Cryptic Backpack has a capacity of 29L (liters), weighs 2.0 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 13 x 19 x 6. It's made of 600D Polyester and is available in 8 colors and patterns in comparison the The North Face Generator Backpack 's capacity is with a size of 19.75 x 13.5 x 8.5 inches. Constructed from 210D Cordura nylon it weighs 2 pounds and is available in Tnf Red/Asphalt.