The North Face Griffin Backpack vs Eagle Creek Packable Backpack

The main difference between the The North Face Griffin Backpack and the Eagle Creek Packable Backpack is that the Griffin Backpack has Sternum / Chest Straps (Sternum strap with a whistle buckle) while the Packable Backpack does not.

The North Face Griffin Backpack - Front View
Eagle Creek Packable Backpack - Front View
Specs Brand The North Face Eagle Creek
Name Griffin Backpack Packable Backpack
Category Outdoor Outdoor
Sub Category Travel Travel
Capacity (L) 65L 20 L
Dimensions (in) 15.4 x 11 x 26.4 10.3 x 18.5 x 5.5
Weight (lb) 2 0.37
Fabric Nylon Recycled poly ripstop
Color Asphalt Grey/Tnf Black Arctic seagreen
Warranty Lifetime
Rating 3.8
Price Under $225 Under $50
General Features Shoulder Straps Padded adjustable shoulder strap Straight breathable mesh shoulder straps
Sternum / Chest Straps Sternum strap with a whistle buckle
Hip Belt / Waist Strap Pivoting hip belt
Water Proof / Water Resistant Water repellent
Zippers Nylon
Main Compartment Access Wraparound J-zipper access Top zipped access
External Pockets 2 stretch side pockets, beaver-tail pocket, 2 hip belt pocket 1 zipped side pocket, 1 slip side pocket
Side Pockets 2 stretch side pockets 1 side zipped pocket, 1 side slip pocket
Water Bottle Yes Yes
Handles Top grab handle
Loops and Attachments Detachable daypack
Travel Features Compression Straps External compression straps
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Padded adjustable back panel Padded
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 Griffin Backpack by The North Face against the Packable Backpack by Eagle Creek.


The North Face's Griffin Backpack is a Outdoor backpack with Travel features while Eagle Creek's Packable Backpack is a Outdoor backpack with Travel features.

The The North Face Griffin Backpack has a capacity of 65L (liters), weighs 2 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 15.4 x 11 x 26.4. It's made of Nylon and is available in Asphalt Grey/Tnf Black in comparison the Eagle Creek Packable Backpack's capacity is 20 L with a size of 10.3 x 18.5 x 5.5 inches. Constructed from Recycled poly ripstop it weighs 0.37 pounds and is available in Arctic seagreen.