The North Face Explore Haulaback Backpack vs The North Face Griffin Backpack

The main difference between the The North Face Explore Haulaback Backpack and the The North Face Griffin Backpack is that the Explore Haulaback Backpack has Zippers (Nylon zipper with string pulls) while the Griffin Backpack does not.

The North Face Explore Haulaback Backpack - Front View
The North Face Griffin Backpack - Front View
Specs Brand The North Face The North Face
Name Explore Haulaback Backpack Griffin Backpack
Category Backpacking Outdoor
Sub Category Hiking Travel
Capacity (L) 43.5L 65L
Dimensions (in) 1.5 x 11 x 23.5 15.4 x 11 x 26.4
Weight (lb) 3.34 2
Fabric 900D 100% polyester with non-PFC durable water-repellent finish Nylon
Color Peak Purple/Tnf Black Asphalt Grey/Tnf Black
Warranty Lifetime
Rating 5 3.8
Price Under $100 Under $225
General Features Shoulder Straps Padded shoulder straps Padded adjustable shoulder strap
Sternum / Chest Straps Adjustable chest strap Sternum strap with a whistle buckle
Hip Belt / Waist Strap Pivoting hip belt
Water Proof / Water Resistant Water repellent
Zippers Nylon zipper with string pulls
Main Compartment Access Zippered opening at the top and side for easy access Wraparound J-zipper access
External Pockets 2 stretch side pockets, beaver-tail pocket, 2 hip belt pocket
Internal Compartments Laptop compartment
Side Pockets 2 stretch side pockets
Water Bottle Yes
Handles Four padded webbing handles
Loops and Attachments Detachable daypack
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Padded
Travel Features Compression Straps External compression straps
Base / Bottom Dedicated zip bottom
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Padded flat 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
Gym / Sports Features Laundry Pocket Dedicated zip bottom compartment to keep shoes and dirty laundry separate
Hydration Features Hydration Compatible Hydration sleeve

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


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