The North Face Griffin Backpack vs The North Face Cryptic Backpack

The main difference between the The North Face Griffin Backpack and the The North Face Cryptic Backpack is that the Griffin Backpack has Hip Belt / Waist Strap (Pivoting hip belt) while the Cryptic Backpack does not.

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


The North Face's Griffin Backpack is a Outdoor backpack with Travel features while The North Face 's Cryptic Backpack is a Daypack backpack with Laptop 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 The North Face Cryptic Backpack's capacity is 29L with a size of 13 x 19 x 6 inches. Constructed from 600D Polyester it weighs 2.0 pounds and is available in 8 colors and patterns.