The North Face Explore Haulaback Backpack vs The North Face Generator Backpack

The main difference between the The North Face Explore Haulaback Backpack and the The North Face Generator Backpack is that the Explore Haulaback Backpack has Sternum / Chest Straps (Adjustable chest strap) while the Generator Backpack does not.

The North Face Explore Haulaback Backpack - Front View
The North Face Generator Backpack
Specs Brand The North Face The North Face
Name Explore Haulaback Backpack Generator Backpack
Category Backpacking Outdoor
Sub Category Hiking Daypack
Capacity (L) 43.5L
Dimensions (in) 1.5 x 11 x 23.5 19.75 x 13.5 x 8.5
Weight (lb) 3.34 2
Fabric 900D 100% polyester with non-PFC durable water-repellent finish 210D Cordura nylon
Color Peak Purple/Tnf Black Tnf Red/Asphalt
Warranty Lifetime
Rating 5 4.3
Price Under $100 Under $100
General Features Shoulder Straps Padded shoulder straps FlexVent suspension system boasts custom injection-molded shoulder straps
Sternum / Chest Straps Adjustable chest strap
Zippers Nylon zipper with string pulls Nylon zipper with string and plastic pulls
Main Compartment Access Zippered opening at the top and side for easy access Normal top two way zip access
External 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 compartment Laptop sleeve, tablet sleeve, fleece-lined media pocket, secure zippered pocket
Side Pockets 2 mesh side pockets
Water Bottle Yes
Handles Four padded webbing handles Padded top haul handle Sternum strap with whistle buckle
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Padded Padded, fleece-lined 15″ laptop sleeve
Tablet Sleeve Padded, fleece-lined tablet sleeve
Travel Features Base / Bottom Dedicated zip bottom
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Padded flat back panel Padded mesh back panel
Gym / Sports Features Laundry Pocket Dedicated zip bottom compartment to keep shoes and dirty laundry separate

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


The North Face's Explore Haulaback Backpack is a Backpacking backpack with Hiking features while The North Face's Generator Backpack is a Outdoor backpack with Daypack features.

The The North Face Explore Haulaback Backpack has a capacity of 43.5L (liters), weighs 3.34 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 1.5 x 11 x 23.5. It's made of 900D 100% polyester with non-PFC durable water-repellent finish and is available in Peak Purple/Tnf Black 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.