The North Face Alamere 24 Backpack vs The North Face Ruthsac Backpack

The main difference between the The North Face Alamere 24 Backpack and the The North Face Ruthsac Backpack is that the Alamere 24 Backpack has Sternum / Chest Straps (Adjustable chest strap) while the Ruthsac Backpack does not.

The North Face Alamere 24 Backpack
The North Face Ruthsac Backpack - Front View
Specs Brand The North Face The North Face
Name Alamere 24 Backpack Ruthsac Backpack
Category Hiking Commuter
Sub Category Backpacking Daypack
Capacity (L) 18L 31.5L
Dimensions (in) 12 x 5.9 x 18.7
Weight (lb) 1lb 7oz
Fabric Nylon 100% recycled polyester twill or heather polyester with non-PFC durable water-repellent finish depending on colorway.
Color Vintage White/Horizon Red Brandy Brown/Root Brown
Rating 4.1
Price Under $100 Under $100
General Features Shoulder Straps Padded adjustable shoulder straps with multiple clasps to keep it in place. Straight - adjustable padded strap
Sternum / Chest Straps Adjustable chest strap
Hip Belt / Waist Strap Adjustable waist strap
Zippers Nylon zipper with string pulls Nylon zipper with string pulls
Main Compartment Access Normal top two way zip access Normal top two way zip access
External Pockets Front zipper pockets for other essentials, Two external, secure-zip barrel pockets hold water bottles and daily essentials
Internal Compartments Zippered laptop compartment
Side Pockets 2 side pockets 2 zippered side pockets
Water Bottle Yes
Handles Top grab handle Top grab handle
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Padded
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Padded Padded back panel

You're currently comparing the Alamere 24 Backpack by The North Face against the Ruthsac Backpack by The North Face.


The North Face's Alamere 24 Backpack is a Hiking backpack with Backpacking features while The North Face's Ruthsac Backpack is a Commuter backpack with Daypack features.

The The North Face Alamere 24 Backpack has a capacity of 18L (liters), weighs 1lb 7oz pounds and it's dimensions in inches are . It's made of Nylon and is available in Vintage White/Horizon Red 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.