The North Face Chimera 24L Backpack vs The North Face Ruthsac Backpack

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

The North Face Chimera 24L Backpack - Front View
The North Face Ruthsac Backpack - Front View
Specs Brand The North Face The North Face
Name Chimera 24L Backpack Ruthsac Backpack
Category Hiking Commuter
Sub Category Backpacking Daypack
Capacity (L) 24L 31.5L
Dimensions (in) 23 x 13 x 4 12 x 5.9 x 18.7
Weight (lb) 1lb 5oz
Fabric 70D IronLite nylon, non-PFC DWR finish 100% recycled polyester twill or heather polyester with non-PFC durable water-repellent finish depending on colorway.
Color Banff Blue/Aviator Navy Brandy Brown/Root Brown
Warranty Lifetime
Rating 3.7 4.1
Price Under $100 Under $100
General Features Shoulder Straps Straight - adjustable padded strap Straight - adjustable padded strap
Sternum / Chest Straps Adjustable sternum strap
Hip Belt / Waist Strap Adjustable waist belt
Water Proof / Water Resistant Water-resistant
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 Side pockets, front stash pocket, 4 harness pockets Two external, secure-zip barrel pockets hold water bottles and daily essentials
Internal Compartments Main and secondary compartments Zippered laptop compartment
Side Pockets 2 slip-in side pockets 2 zippered side pockets
Water Bottle Yes Yes
Handles Top grab handle Top grab handle
Lightweight Lightweight
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Padded
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel FlashDry back panel Padded back panel
Hydration Features Hydration Compatible Built-in hydration sleeve

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


The North Face's Chimera 24L 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 Chimera 24L Backpack has a capacity of 24L (liters), weighs 1lb 5oz pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 23 x 13 x 4. It's made of 70D IronLite nylon, non-PFC DWR finish and is available in Banff Blue/Aviator Navy 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.