The North Face Griffin Backpack vs The North Face Router Backpack

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

The North Face Griffin Backpack - Front View
The North Face Router Backpack - Front View
Specs Brand The North Face The North Face
Name Griffin Backpack Router Backpack
Category Outdoor Commuter
Sub Category Travel Everyday
Capacity (L) 65L 40L
Dimensions (in) 15.4 x 11 x 26.4 12.5 x 9 x 21
Weight (lb) 2 2
Fabric Nylon 210D recycled nylon ripstop with non-PFC durable water-repellent (non-PFC DWR) finish
Color Asphalt Grey/Tnf Black Meld Grey/Tnf Black
Release Date August 15, 2014
Rating 3.8 4.6
Price Under $225 Under $200
General Features Shoulder Straps Padded adjustable shoulder strap J shape - adjustable padded & articulated shoulder straps
Sternum / Chest Straps Sternum strap with a whistle buckle Sternum strap with a whistle buckle
Hip Belt / Waist Strap Pivoting hip belt Removable waist belt
Water Proof / Water Resistant Water repellent
Zippers U-pull zippers
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 Fleece-lined pocket for sunglasses, phone or keys, durable water bottle pockets, large external D-zip pocket for organization
Internal Compartments Large main compartment for books and binders, front compartment has internal organization with secure-zip pockets and a padded tablet sleeve
Side Pockets 2 stretch side pockets
Water Bottle Yes Yes
Handles Two grab handles, a padded handle on top of the pack and another handle on front
Loops and Attachments Detachable daypack
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Padded; 14.75'' x 12'' (37.5 cm x 30.5 cm)
Travel Features Compression Straps External compression straps
Base / Bottom Bottom compression
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Padded adjustable back panel Padded
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 Router Backpack by The North Face.


The North Face's Griffin Backpack is a Outdoor backpack with Travel features while The North Face's Router Backpack is a Commuter 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 Router Backpack's capacity is 40L with a size of 12.5 x 9 x 21 inches. Constructed from 210D recycled nylon ripstop with non-PFC durable water-repellent (non-PFC DWR) finish it weighs 2 pounds and is available in Meld Grey/Tnf Black.