The North Face Generator Backpack vs The North Face Ruthsac Backpack

The main difference between the The North Face Generator Backpack and the The North Face Ruthsac Backpack is that the Generator Backpack has Tablet Sleeve (Padded, fleece-lined tablet sleeve) while the Ruthsac Backpack does not.

The North Face Generator Backpack
The North Face Ruthsac Backpack - Front View
Specs Brand The North Face The North Face
Name Generator Backpack Ruthsac Backpack
Category Outdoor Commuter
Sub Category Daypack Daypack
Capacity (L) 31.5L
Dimensions (in) 19.75 x 13.5 x 8.5 12 x 5.9 x 18.7
Weight (lb) 2
Fabric 210D Cordura nylon 100% recycled polyester twill or heather polyester with non-PFC durable water-repellent finish depending on colorway.
Color Tnf Red/Asphalt Brandy Brown/Root Brown
Rating 4.3 4.1
Price Under $100 Under $100
General Features Shoulder Straps FlexVent suspension system boasts custom injection-molded shoulder straps Straight - adjustable padded strap
Zippers Nylon zipper with string and plastic pulls Nylon zipper with string pulls
Main Compartment Access Normal top two way zip access Normal top two way zip access
External Pockets Elastic webbing for cord management 360-degree reflective bike-light loop, water bottle tabs, shoulder strap webbing External fleece-lined pocket, removable waist belt, Contrast embroidered The North Face logo on center top Two external, secure-zip barrel pockets hold water bottles and daily essentials
Internal Compartments Laptop sleeve, tablet sleeve, fleece-lined media pocket, secure zippered pocket Zippered laptop compartment
Side Pockets 2 mesh side pockets 2 zippered side pockets
Water Bottle Yes Yes
Handles Padded top haul handle Sternum strap with whistle buckle Top grab handle
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Padded, fleece-lined 15″ laptop sleeve Padded
Tablet Sleeve Padded, fleece-lined tablet sleeve
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Padded mesh back panel Padded back panel

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


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

The The North Face Generator Backpack has a capacity of (liters), weighs 2 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 19.75 x 13.5 x 8.5. It's made of 210D Cordura nylon and is available in Tnf Red/Asphalt 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.