Osprey Daylite Daypack vs The North Face Ruthsac Backpack

The main difference between the Osprey Daylite Daypack and the The North Face Ruthsac Backpack is that the Daylite Daypack has Sternum / Chest Straps (Sternum strap with whistle buckle) while the Ruthsac Backpack does not.

Osprey Daylite Daypack Front View
The North Face Ruthsac Backpack - Front View
Specs Brand Osprey The North Face
Name Daylite Daypack Ruthsac Backpack
Category Daypack Commuter
Sub Category Commuter Daypack
Capacity (L) 13L 31.5L
Dimensions (in) 21 x 12 x 3 12 x 5.9 x 18.7
Weight (lb) 1
Fabric 210D Nylon Oxford 100% recycled polyester twill or heather polyester with non-PFC durable water-repellent finish depending on colorway.
Color 11+ colors and patterns Brandy Brown/Root Brown
Warranty Osprey Lifetime Warranty
Release Date February 3, 2008
Rating 4.8 4.1
Price Under $75 Under $100
General Features Shoulder Straps Padded shoulder straps Straight - adjustable padded strap
Sternum / Chest Straps Sternum strap with whistle buckle
Hip Belt / Waist Strap Removable webbing hipbelt
Zippers Nylon zipper with string pulls
Main Compartment Access Normal zipped access Normal top two way zip access
External Pockets 1 zipped front pocket and 2 side pockets Two external, secure-zip barrel pockets hold water bottles and daily essentials
Internal Compartments Internal sleeve for hydration reservoir, 13” laptop or tablet Zippered laptop compartment
Side Pockets Side pockets can fit water bottle 2 zippered side pockets
Water Bottle Yes Yes
Handles Integrated top grab handle Top grab handle
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Padded
Tablet Sleeve Separate tablet sleeve
Organizer Pocket Front utility pocket with organizer
Travel Features Compression Straps External compression straps
Luggage Straps / Trolley Sleeve Harness grab handle doubles as a luggage pass-thru
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Mesh-covered back panel with slotted foam Padded back panel
Ventilated Back Mesh ventilation
Hydration Features Bladder Size 3L hydration reservoir
Hydration Compatible Yes

You're currently comparing the Daylite Daypack by Osprey against the Ruthsac Backpack by The North Face.


Osprey 's Daylite Daypack is a Daypack backpack with Commuter features while The North Face's Ruthsac Backpack is a Commuter backpack with Daypack features.

The Osprey Daylite Daypack has a capacity of 13L (liters), weighs 1 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 21 x 12 x 3. It's made of 210D Nylon Oxford and is available in 11+ colors and patterns in comparison the The North Face Ruthsac Backpack's capacity is 31.5L with a size of 12 x 5.9 x 18.7 inches. Constructed from 100% recycled polyester twill or heather polyester with non-PFC durable water-repellent finish depending on colorway. it weighs pounds and is available in Brandy Brown/Root Brown.