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

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

The North Face Griffin Backpack - Front View
The North Face Explore Haulaback Backpack - Front View
Specs Brand The North Face The North Face
Name Griffin Backpack Explore Haulaback Backpack
Category Outdoor Backpacking
Sub Category Travel Hiking
Capacity (L) 65L 43.5L
Dimensions (in) 15.4 x 11 x 26.4 1.5 x 11 x 23.5
Weight (lb) 2 3.34
Fabric Nylon 900D 100% polyester with non-PFC durable water-repellent finish
Color Asphalt Grey/Tnf Black Peak Purple/Tnf Black
Warranty Lifetime
Rating 3.8 5
Price Under $225 Under $100
General Features Shoulder Straps Padded adjustable shoulder strap Padded shoulder straps
Sternum / Chest Straps Sternum strap with a whistle buckle Adjustable chest strap
Hip Belt / Waist Strap Pivoting hip belt
Water Proof / Water Resistant Water repellent
Zippers Nylon zipper with string pulls
Main Compartment Access Wraparound J-zipper access Zippered opening at the top and side for easy 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 adjustable back panel Padded flat 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 Griffin Backpack by The North Face against the Explore Haulaback Backpack by The North Face.


The North Face's Griffin Backpack is a Outdoor backpack with Travel features while The North Face's Explore Haulaback Backpack is a Backpacking backpack with Hiking 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 Explore Haulaback Backpack's capacity is 43.5L with a size of 1.5 x 11 x 23.5 inches. Constructed from 900D 100% polyester with non-PFC durable water-repellent finish it weighs 3.34 pounds and is available in Peak Purple/Tnf Black.