The North Face Griffin Backpack vs The North Face Recon Backpack

The main difference between the The North Face Griffin Backpack and the The North Face Recon Backpack is that the Griffin Backpack has Water Proof / Water Resistant (Water repellent) while the Recon Backpack does not.

The North Face Griffin Backpack - Front View
The North Face Recon Backpack Front View
Specs Brand The North Face The North Face
Name Griffin Backpack Recon Backpack
Category Outdoor Sports
Sub Category Travel Running
Capacity (L) 65L 30L
Dimensions (in) 15.4 x 11 x 26.4 19.25 x 13 x 7
Weight (lb) 2 2
Fabric Nylon Nylon with Non-PFC DWR Finish
Color Asphalt Grey/Tnf Black 20+ colors and patterns
Warranty The North Face Lifetime Warranty
Release Date July 12, 2012
Rating 3.8 4.8
Price Under $225 Under $100
General Features Shoulder Straps Padded adjustable shoulder strap Flexible yoke built from custom injection-molded shoulder straps
Sternum / Chest Straps Sternum strap with a whistle buckle Sternum strap with whistle buckle
Hip Belt / Waist Strap Pivoting hip belt Removable waist 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 2 zipped front pockets and 2 side pockets
Side Pockets 2 stretch side pockets Side pockets can fit water bottle
Water Bottle Yes Yes
Handles Padded top grab handle
Loops and Attachments Detachable daypack Extendable front stash pocket with daisy chains and fleece-lined pocket for sunglasses, phone or keys
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Dedicated, highly protective laptop compartment
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 Recon Backpack by The North Face .


The North Face's Griffin Backpack is a Outdoor backpack with Travel features while The North Face 's Recon Backpack is a Sports backpack with Running 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 Recon Backpack's capacity is 30L with a size of 19.25 x 13 x 7 inches. Constructed from Nylon with Non-PFC DWR Finish it weighs 2 pounds and is available in 20+ colors and patterns.