The North Face Generator Backpack vs The North Face Recon Backpack

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

The North Face Generator Backpack
The North Face Recon Backpack Front View
Specs Brand The North Face The North Face
Name Generator Backpack Recon Backpack
Category Outdoor Sports
Sub Category Daypack Running
Capacity (L) 30L
Dimensions (in) 19.75 x 13.5 x 8.5 19.25 x 13 x 7
Weight (lb) 2 2
Fabric 210D Cordura nylon Nylon with Non-PFC DWR Finish
Color Tnf Red/Asphalt 20+ colors and patterns
Warranty The North Face Lifetime Warranty
Release Date July 12, 2012
Rating 4.3 4.8
Price Under $100 Under $100
General Features Shoulder Straps FlexVent suspension system boasts custom injection-molded shoulder straps Flexible yoke built from custom injection-molded shoulder straps
Sternum / Chest Straps Sternum strap with whistle buckle
Hip Belt / Waist Strap Removable waist belt
Zippers Nylon zipper with string and plastic pulls
Main Compartment Access Normal top two way zip access Normal zipped 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 2 zipped front pockets and 2 side pockets
Internal Compartments Laptop sleeve, tablet sleeve, fleece-lined media pocket, secure zippered pocket
Side Pockets 2 mesh side pockets Side pockets can fit water bottle
Water Bottle Yes Yes
Handles Padded top haul handle Sternum strap with whistle buckle Padded top grab handle
Loops and Attachments Extendable front stash pocket with daisy chains and fleece-lined pocket for sunglasses, phone or keys
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Padded, fleece-lined 15″ laptop sleeve Dedicated, highly protective laptop compartment
Tablet Sleeve Padded, fleece-lined tablet sleeve Padded tablet sleeve
Organizer Pocket Front utility pocket with organizer
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Padded mesh back panel Padded mesh back and breathable lumbar panel
Reflective Safety Strips 360-degree reflective accents

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


The North Face's Generator Backpack is a Outdoor backpack with Daypack features while The North Face 's Recon Backpack is a Sports backpack with Running features.

The The North Face Generator Backpack has a capacity of (liters), weighs 2 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 19.75 x 13.5 x 8.5. It's made of 210D Cordura nylon and is available in Tnf Red/Asphalt in comparison the The North Face Recon Backpack's capacity is 30L with a size of 19.25 x 13 x 7 inches. Constructed from Nylon with Non-PFC DWR Finish it weighs 2 pounds and is available in 20+ colors and patterns.