The North Face Ruthsac Backpack vs The North Face Casual Backpack

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

The North Face Ruthsac Backpack - Front View
The North Face Casual Backpack - Front View
Specs Brand The North Face The North Face
Name Ruthsac Backpack Casual Backpack
Category Commuter Mens
Sub Category Daypack Everyday
Capacity (L) 31.5L
Dimensions (in) 12 x 5.9 x 18.7 11.4 x 15.8 x 5.9
Weight (lb) 1.01
Fabric 100% recycled polyester twill or heather polyester with non-PFC durable water-repellent finish depending on colorway. Polyester, cotton
Color Brandy Brown/Root Brown Black
Rating 4.1
Price Under $100 Under $250
General Features Shoulder Straps Straight - adjustable padded strap S-shaped curved adjustable padded strap
Sternum / Chest Straps Adjustable chest straps
Zippers Nylon zipper with string pulls Nylon
Main Compartment Access Normal top two way zip access Fold-over opening top access
External Pockets Two external, secure-zip barrel pockets hold water bottles and daily essentials Secure-zip front pocket
Internal Compartments Zippered laptop compartment
Side Pockets 2 zippered side pockets
Water Bottle Yes Expandable water bottle pocket
Handles Top grab handle
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Padded Padded
Travel Features Expandable Expandable water bottle pocket
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Padded back panel Padded

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


The North Face's Ruthsac Backpack is a Commuter backpack with Daypack features while The North Face's Casual Backpack is a Mens backpack with Everyday 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 Casual Backpack's capacity is with a size of 11.4 x 15.8 x 5.9 inches. Constructed from Polyester, cotton it weighs 1.01 pounds and is available in Black.