The North Face Griffin Backpack vs The North Face Ruthsac Backpack

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

The North Face Griffin Backpack - Front View
The North Face Ruthsac Backpack - Front View
Specs Brand The North Face The North Face
Name Griffin Backpack Ruthsac Backpack
Category Outdoor Commuter
Sub Category Travel Daypack
Capacity (L) 65L 31.5L
Dimensions (in) 15.4 x 11 x 26.4 12 x 5.9 x 18.7
Weight (lb) 2
Fabric Nylon 100% recycled polyester twill or heather polyester with non-PFC durable water-repellent finish depending on colorway.
Color Asphalt Grey/Tnf Black Brandy Brown/Root Brown
Rating 3.8 4.1
Price Under $225 Under $100
General Features Shoulder Straps Padded adjustable shoulder strap Straight - adjustable padded strap
Sternum / Chest Straps Sternum strap with a whistle buckle
Hip Belt / Waist Strap Pivoting hip belt
Water Proof / Water Resistant Water repellent
Zippers Nylon zipper with string pulls
Main Compartment Access Wraparound J-zipper access Normal top two way zip access
External Pockets 2 stretch side pockets, beaver-tail pocket, 2 hip belt pocket Two external, secure-zip barrel pockets hold water bottles and daily essentials
Internal Compartments Zippered laptop compartment
Side Pockets 2 stretch side pockets 2 zippered side pockets
Water Bottle Yes Yes
Handles Top grab handle
Loops and Attachments Detachable daypack
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Padded
Travel Features Compression Straps External compression straps
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Padded adjustable back panel Padded back panel
Load Lifters Adjustable load lifters
Hip Belt Pockets 2 hip belt pockets
Top / Floating Lid Detachable flip-forward top lid
Reflective Safety Strips Reflective webbing
Hydration Features Hydration Compatible Hydration sleeve

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


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

The The North Face Griffin Backpack has a capacity of 65L (liters), weighs 2 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 15.4 x 11 x 26.4. It's made of Nylon and is available in Asphalt Grey/Tnf 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.