The North Face Ruthsac Backpack vs The North Face Alamere 24 Backpack

The main difference between the The North Face Ruthsac Backpack and the The North Face Alamere 24 Backpack is that the Ruthsac Backpack has Internal Compartments (Zippered laptop compartment) while the Alamere 24 Backpack does not.

The North Face Ruthsac Backpack - Front View
The North Face Alamere 24 Backpack
Specs Brand The North Face The North Face
Name Ruthsac Backpack Alamere 24 Backpack
Category Commuter Hiking
Sub Category Daypack Backpacking
Capacity (L) 31.5L 18L
Dimensions (in) 12 x 5.9 x 18.7
Weight (lb) 1lb 7oz
Fabric 100% recycled polyester twill or heather polyester with non-PFC durable water-repellent finish depending on colorway. Nylon
Color Brandy Brown/Root Brown Vintage White/Horizon Red
Rating 4.1
Price Under $100 Under $100
General Features Shoulder Straps Straight - adjustable padded strap Padded adjustable shoulder straps with multiple clasps to keep it in place.
Sternum / Chest Straps Adjustable chest strap
Hip Belt / Waist Strap Adjustable waist strap
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 Two external, secure-zip barrel pockets hold water bottles and daily essentials Front zipper pockets for other essentials,
Internal Compartments Zippered laptop compartment
Side Pockets 2 zippered side pockets 2 side pockets
Water Bottle Yes
Handles Top grab handle Top grab handle
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Padded
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Padded back panel Padded

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


The North Face's Ruthsac Backpack is a Commuter backpack with Daypack features while The North Face's Alamere 24 Backpack is a Hiking backpack with Backpacking 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 The North Face Alamere 24 Backpack's capacity is 18L with a size of inches. Constructed from Nylon it weighs 1lb 7oz pounds and is available in Vintage White/Horizon Red.