The North Face Griffin Backpack vs The North Face Generator Backpack

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

The North Face Griffin Backpack - Front View
The North Face Generator Backpack
Specs Brand The North Face The North Face
Name Griffin Backpack Generator Backpack
Category Outdoor Outdoor
Sub Category Travel Daypack
Capacity (L) 65L
Dimensions (in) 15.4 x 11 x 26.4 19.75 x 13.5 x 8.5
Weight (lb) 2 2
Fabric Nylon 210D Cordura nylon
Color Asphalt Grey/Tnf Black Tnf Red/Asphalt
Rating 3.8 4.3
Price Under $225 Under $100
General Features Shoulder Straps Padded adjustable shoulder strap FlexVent suspension system boasts custom injection-molded 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 zipper with string and plastic pulls
Main Compartment Access Wraparound J-zipper access Normal top two way zip access
External Pockets 2 stretch side pockets, beaver-tail pocket, 2 hip belt pocket 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
Internal Compartments Laptop sleeve, tablet sleeve, fleece-lined media pocket, secure zippered pocket
Side Pockets 2 stretch side pockets 2 mesh side pockets
Water Bottle Yes Yes
Handles Padded top haul handle Sternum strap with whistle buckle
Loops and Attachments Detachable daypack
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Padded, fleece-lined 15″ laptop sleeve
Tablet Sleeve Padded, fleece-lined tablet sleeve
Travel Features Compression Straps External compression straps
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Padded adjustable back panel Padded mesh 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
Hydration Features Hydration Compatible Hydration sleeve

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


The North Face's Griffin Backpack is a Outdoor backpack with Travel features while The North Face's Generator Backpack is a Outdoor backpack with Daypack 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 Generator Backpack 's capacity is with a size of 19.75 x 13.5 x 8.5 inches. Constructed from 210D Cordura nylon it weighs 2 pounds and is available in Tnf Red/Asphalt.