The North Face Casual Backpack vs The North Face Ruthsac Backpack

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

The North Face Casual Backpack - Front View
The North Face Ruthsac Backpack - Front View
Specs Brand The North Face The North Face
Name Casual Backpack Ruthsac Backpack
Category Mens Commuter
Sub Category Everyday Daypack
Capacity (L) 31.5L
Dimensions (in) 11.4 x 15.8 x 5.9 12 x 5.9 x 18.7
Weight (lb) 1.01
Fabric Polyester, cotton 100% recycled polyester twill or heather polyester with non-PFC durable water-repellent finish depending on colorway.
Color Black Brandy Brown/Root Brown
Rating 4.1
Price Under $250 Under $100
General Features Shoulder Straps S-shaped curved adjustable padded strap Straight - adjustable padded strap
Sternum / Chest Straps Adjustable chest straps
Zippers Nylon Nylon zipper with string pulls
Main Compartment Access Fold-over opening top access Normal top two way zip access
External Pockets Secure-zip front pocket Two external, secure-zip barrel pockets hold water bottles and daily essentials
Internal Compartments Zippered laptop compartment
Side Pockets 2 zippered side pockets
Water Bottle Expandable water bottle pocket Yes
Handles Top grab handle
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Padded Padded
Travel Features Expandable Expandable water bottle pocket
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Padded Padded back panel

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


The North Face's Casual Backpack is a Mens backpack with Everyday features while The North Face's Ruthsac Backpack is a Commuter backpack with Daypack features.

The The North Face Casual Backpack has a capacity of (liters), weighs 1.01 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 11.4 x 15.8 x 5.9. It's made of Polyester, cotton and is available in Black 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.