The North Face Griffin Backpack vs The North Face Jester Backpack

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

The North Face Griffin Backpack - Front View
The North Face Jester Backpack Front View
Specs Brand The North Face The North Face
Name Griffin Backpack Jester Backpack
Category Outdoor Mens
Sub Category Travel Everyday
Capacity (L) 65L 27.5
Dimensions (in) 15.4 x 11 x 26.4 11 x 8.25 x 18.13
Weight (lb) 2 1.1
Fabric Nylon 100% Polyester
Color Asphalt Grey/Tnf Black 40+ colors and patterns
Warranty The North Face Lifetime Warranty
Release Date August 1, 2011
Rating 3.8 4.8
Price Under $225 Under $75
General Features Shoulder Straps Padded adjustable shoulder strap Yoke built and flexible shoulder straps
Sternum / Chest Straps Sternum strap with a whistle buckle Sternum strap
Hip Belt / Waist Strap Pivoting hip belt
Water Proof / Water Resistant Water repellent
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 Two webbing top handles
Loops and Attachments Detachable daypack Front elastic bungee system
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Padded laptop sleeve fits up to 15"
Tablet Sleeve Padded tablet sleeve
Organizer Pocket Front utility pocket with organizer
Travel Features Compression Straps External compression straps
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Padded adjustable back panel Padded mesh back 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 360-degree reflective accents
Hydration Features Hydration Compatible Hydration sleeve

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


The North Face's Griffin Backpack is a Outdoor backpack with Travel features while The North Face 's Jester Backpack is a Mens backpack with Everyday 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 Jester Backpack's capacity is 27.5 with a size of 11 x 8.25 x 18.13 inches. Constructed from 100% Polyester it weighs 1.1 pounds and is available in 40+ colors and patterns .