The North Face Ruthsac Backpack vs The North Face Borealis Backpack

The main difference between the The North Face Ruthsac Backpack and the The North Face Borealis Backpack is that the Ruthsac Backpack has Zippers (Nylon zipper with string pulls) while the Borealis Backpack does not.

The North Face Ruthsac Backpack - Front View
The North Face Borealis Backpack Front View
Specs Brand The North Face The North Face
Name Ruthsac Backpack Borealis Backpack
Category Commuter Laptop
Sub Category Daypack School
Capacity (L) 31.5L 28L
Dimensions (in) 12 x 5.9 x 18.7 19.75 x 13.25 x 9.75
Weight (lb) 2
Fabric 100% recycled polyester twill or heather polyester with non-PFC durable water-repellent finish depending on colorway. 600D Polyester Toile, 500D Nylon Oxford Slub, 420D Nylon, 210D Cordura® Nylon Ripstop, Polyester Jacquard Camo
Color Brandy Brown/Root Brown 30+ colors and patterns
Warranty The North Face Lifetime Warranty
Release Date December 11, 2013
Rating 4.1 4.8
Price Under $100 Under $100
General Features Shoulder Straps Straight - adjustable padded strap Flexible yoke built from custom injection-molded shoulder straps
Sternum / Chest Straps Sternum strap with whistle buckle
Hip Belt / Waist Strap Removable waist belt
Zippers Nylon zipper with string pulls
Main Compartment Access Normal top two way zip access Normal zipped access
External Pockets Two external, secure-zip barrel pockets hold water bottles and daily essentials 1 zipped front pocket and 2 side pockets
Internal Compartments Zippered laptop compartment
Side Pockets 2 zippered side pockets Side pockets can fit water bottle
Water Bottle Yes Yes
Handles Top grab handle Padded top grab handle
Loops and Attachments Front elastic bungee system, fleece-lined pocket for sunglasses
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Padded Dedicated, highly protective laptop compartment
Tablet Sleeve Padded tablet sleeve
Organizer Pocket Front utility pocket with organizer
Travel Features Carry-on Size Compliant Padded mesh back and breathable lumbar panel
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Padded back panel
Reflective Safety Strips 360-degree reflective accents

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


The North Face's Ruthsac Backpack is a Commuter backpack with Daypack features while The North Face 's Borealis Backpack is a Laptop backpack with School 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 Borealis Backpack's capacity is 28L with a size of 19.75 x 13.25 x 9.75 inches. Constructed from 600D Polyester Toile, 500D Nylon Oxford Slub, 420D Nylon, 210D Cordura® Nylon Ripstop, Polyester Jacquard Camo it weighs 2 pounds and is available in 30+ colors and patterns .