The North Face Router Backpack vs The North Face Griffin Backpack

The main difference between the The North Face Router Backpack and the The North Face Griffin Backpack is that the Router Backpack has Zippers (U-pull zippers) while the Griffin Backpack does not.

The North Face Router Backpack - Front View
The North Face Griffin Backpack - Front View
Specs Brand The North Face The North Face
Name Router Backpack Griffin Backpack
Category Commuter Outdoor
Sub Category Everyday Travel
Capacity (L) 40L 65L
Dimensions (in) 12.5 x 9 x 21 15.4 x 11 x 26.4
Weight (lb) 2 2
Fabric 210D recycled nylon ripstop with non-PFC durable water-repellent (non-PFC DWR) finish Nylon
Color Meld Grey/Tnf Black Asphalt Grey/Tnf Black
Release Date August 15, 2014
Rating 4.6 3.8
Price Under $200 Under $225
General Features Shoulder Straps J shape - adjustable padded & articulated shoulder straps Padded adjustable shoulder strap
Sternum / Chest Straps Sternum strap with a whistle buckle Sternum strap with a whistle buckle
Hip Belt / Waist Strap Removable waist belt Pivoting hip belt
Water Proof / Water Resistant Water repellent
Zippers U-pull zippers
Main Compartment Access Normal top two way zip access Wraparound J-zipper access
External Pockets Fleece-lined pocket for sunglasses, phone or keys, durable water bottle pockets, large external D-zip pocket for organization 2 stretch side pockets, beaver-tail pocket, 2 hip belt pocket
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 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 Router Backpack by The North Face against the Griffin Backpack by The North Face.


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

The The North Face Router Backpack has a capacity of 40L (liters), weighs 2 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 12.5 x 9 x 21. It's made of 210D recycled nylon ripstop with non-PFC durable water-repellent (non-PFC DWR) finish and is available in Meld Grey/Tnf Black 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.