The North Face Ruthsac Backpack vs Carhartt Rain Defender® 40L Nylon Roll-Toop Backpack

The main difference between the The North Face Ruthsac Backpack and the Carhartt Rain Defender® 40L Nylon Roll-Toop Backpack is that the Ruthsac Backpack has Shoulder Straps (Straight - adjustable padded strap) while the Rain Defender® 40L Nylon Roll-Toop Backpack does not.

The North Face Ruthsac Backpack - Front View
Carhartt Rain Defender® 40L Nylon Roll-Toop Backpack - Front View
Specs Brand The North Face Carhartt
Name Ruthsac Backpack Rain Defender® 40L Nylon Roll-Toop Backpack
Category Commuter Commuter
Sub Category Daypack Daypack
Capacity (L) 31.5L 40L
Dimensions (in) 12 x 5.9 x 18.7 13 x 19.5 x 8
Fabric 100% recycled polyester twill or heather polyester with non-PFC durable water-repellent finish depending on colorway. Heavy-duty, 700-denier nylon
Color Brandy Brown/Root Brown Carhartt Brown
Rating 4.1
Price Under $100 Under $200
General Features Shoulder Straps Straight - adjustable padded strap
Water Proof / Water Resistant Rain Defender® durable water repellent
Zippers Nylon zipper with string pulls
Main Compartment Access Normal top two way zip access Roll top closure
External Pockets Two external, secure-zip barrel pockets hold water bottles and daily essentials Secure passport pocket, coated canvas front zippered pocket
Internal Compartments Zippered laptop compartment Pen sleeves, mesh pocket
Side Pockets 2 zippered side pockets 2 side pockets
Water Bottle Yes Yes
Handles Top grab handle Top grab handle
Loops and Attachments Side release buckles, 2 Rows of M.O.L.L.E Straps
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Padded Padded; 17” laptop
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Padded back panel Molded back panel with channels

You're currently comparing the Ruthsac Backpack by The North Face against the Rain Defender® 40L Nylon Roll-Toop Backpack by Carhartt .


The North Face's Ruthsac Backpack is a Commuter backpack with Daypack features while Carhartt 's Rain Defender® 40L Nylon Roll-Toop Backpack is a Commuter backpack with Daypack features.

The The North Face Ruthsac Backpack has a capacity of 31.5L (liters), weighs pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 12 x 5.9 x 18.7. It's made of 100% recycled polyester twill or heather polyester with non-PFC durable water-repellent finish depending on colorway. and is available in Brandy Brown/Root Brown in comparison the Carhartt Rain Defender® 40L Nylon Roll-Toop Backpack's capacity is 40L with a size of 13 x 19.5 x 8 inches. Constructed from Heavy-duty, 700-denier nylon it weighs pounds and is available in Carhartt Brown.