The North Face Cryptic Backpack vs The North Face Ruthsac Backpack

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

The North Face Cryptic Backpack Front View
The North Face Ruthsac Backpack - Front View
Specs Brand The North Face The North Face
Name Cryptic Backpack Ruthsac Backpack
Category Daypack Commuter
Sub Category Laptop Daypack
Capacity (L) 29L 31.5L
Dimensions (in) 13 x 19 x 6 12 x 5.9 x 18.7
Weight (lb) 2.0
Fabric 600D Polyester 100% recycled polyester twill or heather polyester with non-PFC durable water-repellent finish depending on colorway.
Color 8 colors and patterns Brandy Brown/Root Brown
Warranty The North Face Lifetime Warranty
Release Date April 16, 2021
Rating 4.8 4.1
Price Under $100 Under $100
General Features Shoulder Straps FlexVent™ custom molded shoulder straps Straight - adjustable padded strap
Sternum / Chest Straps Sternum strap with whistle buckle
Water Proof / Water Resistant Water repellant finish
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 Zippered laptop compartment
Side Pockets Side pockets can fit water bottle 2 zippered side pockets
Water Bottle Yes Yes
Handles Padded top handle Top grab handle
Loops and Attachments Front elastic bungee system
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Padded laptop compartment Padded
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Comfortable padded mesh back panel and breathable lumbar panel Padded back panel

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


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

The The North Face Cryptic Backpack has a capacity of 29L (liters), weighs 2.0 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 13 x 19 x 6. It's made of 600D Polyester and is available in 8 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.