The North Face Hydra 26L Backpack vs The North Face Griffin Backpack

The main difference between the The North Face Hydra 26L Backpack and the The North Face Griffin Backpack is that the Hydra 26L Backpack has Zippers (Nylon zipper with string pulls) while the Griffin Backpack does not.

The North Face Hydra 26L Backpack - Front View
The North Face Griffin Backpack - Front View
Specs Brand The North Face The North Face
Name Hydra 26L Backpack Griffin Backpack
Category Hiking Outdoor
Sub Category Backpacking Travel
Capacity (L) 26L 65L
Dimensions (in) 24 x 15 x 5 15.4 x 11 x 26.4
Weight (lb) 2 2
Fabric 70D IronLite nylon with non-PFC durable water-repellent (non-PFC DWR) finish. Nylon
Color Goblin Blue/Beta Blue Asphalt Grey/Tnf Black
Warranty Lifetime
Rating 1 3.8
Price Under $150 Under $225
General Features Shoulder Straps J shape - adjustable padded strap Padded adjustable shoulder strap
Sternum / Chest Straps Adjustable chest strap Sternum strap with a whistle buckle
Hip Belt / Waist Strap Adjustable waist strap Pivoting hip belt
Water Proof / Water Resistant Water repellent
Zippers Nylon zipper with string pulls
Main Compartment Access Normal top two way zip access Wraparound J-zipper access
External Pockets 2 stretch side pockets, beaver-tail pocket, hydration sleeve and 2 tool keepers 2 stretch side pockets, beaver-tail pocket, 2 hip belt pocket
Side Pockets 2 slip-in side pockets 2 stretch side pockets
Water Bottle Yes Yes
Handles Top grab handle
Loops and Attachments Detachable daypack
Lightweight Lightweight
Travel Features Compression Straps External compression straps
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel FlashDry 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 Integrated hydration sleeve Hydration sleeve

You're currently comparing the Hydra 26L Backpack by The North Face against the Griffin Backpack by The North Face.


The North Face's Hydra 26L Backpack is a Hiking backpack with Backpacking features while The North Face's Griffin Backpack is a Outdoor backpack with Travel features.

The The North Face Hydra 26L Backpack has a capacity of 26L (liters), weighs 2 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 24 x 15 x 5. It's made of 70D IronLite nylon with non-PFC durable water-repellent (non-PFC DWR) finish. and is available in Goblin Blue/Beta Blue 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.