The North Face Womens Borealis 27L Backpack vs The North Face Griffin Backpack

The main difference between the The North Face Womens Borealis 27L Backpack and the The North Face Griffin Backpack is that the Womens Borealis 27L Backpack has Handles (Padded top grab handle) while the Griffin Backpack does not.

The North Face Womens Borealis 27L Backpack Side View
The North Face Griffin Backpack - Front View
Specs Brand The North Face The North Face
Name Womens Borealis 27L Backpack Griffin Backpack
Category Womens Outdoor
Sub Category Travel Travel
Capacity (L) 27L 65L
Dimensions (in) 19.37 x 15.79 x 3.11 15.4 x 11 x 26.4
Weight (lb) 2.3 2
Fabric 100% Polyester Nylon
Color 3 Colors and patterns Asphalt Grey/Tnf Black
Warranty The North Face Lifetime Warranty
Rating 3.8
Price Under $125 Under $225
General Features Shoulder Straps FlexVent suspension system with padded mesh back panel and shoulder straps Padded adjustable shoulder strap
Sternum / Chest Straps Adjustable sternum strap Sternum strap with a whistle buckle
Hip Belt / Waist Strap Adjustable waist strap Pivoting hip belt
Water Proof / Water Resistant Water repellent
Main Compartment Access Wraparound J-zipper access
External Pockets 1 zipped front 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 Padded top grab handle
Loops and Attachments Front elastic bungee system Detachable daypack
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Padded laptop sleeve that fits up to 15"
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
Load Lifters Adjustable load lifters
Hip Belt Pockets 2 hip belt pockets
Top / Floating Lid Detachable flip-forward top lid
Reflective Safety Strips 360-degree reflectivity Reflective webbing
Hydration Features Hydration Compatible Hydration sleeve

You're currently comparing the Womens Borealis 27L Backpack by The North Face against the Griffin Backpack by The North Face.


The North Face's Womens Borealis 27L Backpack is a Womens backpack with Travel features while The North Face's Griffin Backpack is a Outdoor backpack with Travel features.

The The North Face Womens Borealis 27L Backpack has a capacity of 27L (liters), weighs 2.3 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 19.37 x 15.79 x 3.11. It's made of 100% Polyester and is available in 3 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.