The North Face Groundwork Backpack vs The North Face Griffin Backpack

The main difference between the The North Face Groundwork Backpack and the The North Face Griffin Backpack is that the Groundwork Backpack has Handles (Top grab handle) while the Griffin Backpack does not.

The North Face Groundwork Backpack Front View
The North Face Griffin Backpack - Front View
Specs Brand The North Face The North Face
Name Groundwork Backpack Griffin Backpack
Category Laptop Outdoor
Sub Category Everyday Travel
Capacity (L) 65L
Dimensions (in) 21.3 x 15.51 x 3.54 15.4 x 11 x 26.4
Weight (lb) 2
Fabric 600D Polyester Nylon
Color 2 colors and patterns Asphalt Grey/Tnf Black
Warranty The North Face Lifetime Warranty
Rating 5.0 3.8
Price Under $200 Under $225
General Features Shoulder Straps Padded shoulder straps Padded adjustable shoulder strap
Sternum / Chest Straps Sternum strap with whistle buckle Sternum strap with a whistle buckle
Hip Belt / Waist Strap Pivoting hip belt
Water Proof / Water Resistant Water repellent
Main Compartment Access Normal zipped access Wraparound J-zipper access
External Pockets 1 front zipped pocket and 2 side pockets 2 stretch side pockets, beaver-tail pocket, 2 hip belt pocket
Side Pockets Side pockets can fit water bottle 2 stretch side pockets
Water Bottle Yes Yes
Handles Top grab handle
Loops and Attachments Elastic cord Detachable daypack
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Laptop sleeve fits laptop up to 15"
Travel Features Compression Straps External compression straps
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Padded mesh back panel Padded adjustable 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 Groundwork Backpack by The North Face against the Griffin Backpack by The North Face.


The North Face's Groundwork Backpack is a Laptop backpack with Everyday features while The North Face's Griffin Backpack is a Outdoor backpack with Travel features.

The The North Face Groundwork Backpack has a capacity of (liters), weighs pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 21.3 x 15.51 x 3.54. It's made of 600D Polyester and is available in 2 colors and patterns in comparison the The North Face Griffin Backpack's capacity is 65L with a size of 15.4 x 11 x 26.4 inches. Constructed from Nylon it weighs 2 pounds and is available in Asphalt Grey/Tnf Black.