The North Face Cryptic Backpack vs The North Face Griffin Backpack

The main difference between the The North Face Cryptic Backpack and the The North Face Griffin Backpack is that the Cryptic Backpack has Handles (Padded top handle) while the Griffin Backpack does not.

The North Face Cryptic Backpack Front View
The North Face Griffin Backpack - Front View
Specs Brand The North Face The North Face
Name Cryptic Backpack Griffin Backpack
Category Daypack Outdoor
Sub Category Laptop Travel
Capacity (L) 29L 65L
Dimensions (in) 13 x 19 x 6 15.4 x 11 x 26.4
Weight (lb) 2.0 2
Fabric 600D Polyester Nylon
Color 8 colors and patterns Asphalt Grey/Tnf Black
Warranty The North Face Lifetime Warranty
Release Date April 16, 2021
Rating 4.8 3.8
Price Under $100 Under $225
General Features Shoulder Straps FlexVent™ custom molded shoulder straps Padded adjustable shoulder strap
Sternum / Chest Straps Sternum strap with whistle buckle Sternum strap with a whistle buckle
Hip Belt / Waist Strap Pivoting hip belt
Water Proof / Water Resistant Water repellant finish Water repellent
Main Compartment Access Normal zipped access Wraparound J-zipper access
External Pockets 1 zipped front pocket and 2 side pockets 2 stretch side pockets, beaver-tail pocket, 2 hip belt pocket
Side Pockets Side pockets can fit water bottle 2 stretch side pockets
Water Bottle Yes Yes
Handles Padded top handle
Loops and Attachments Front elastic bungee system Detachable daypack
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Padded laptop compartment
Travel Features Compression Straps External compression straps
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Comfortable padded mesh back panel and breathable lumbar 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 Cryptic Backpack by The North Face against the Griffin Backpack by The North Face.


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