The North Face Ruthsac Backpack vs The North Face Chimera 24L Backpack

The main difference between the The North Face Ruthsac Backpack and the The North Face Chimera 24L Backpack is that the Ruthsac Backpack has Laptop Sleeve (Padded) while the Chimera 24L Backpack does not.

The North Face Ruthsac Backpack - Front View
The North Face Chimera 24L Backpack - Front View
Specs Brand The North Face The North Face
Name Ruthsac Backpack Chimera 24L Backpack
Category Commuter Hiking
Sub Category Daypack Backpacking
Capacity (L) 31.5L 24L
Dimensions (in) 12 x 5.9 x 18.7 23 x 13 x 4
Weight (lb) 1lb 5oz
Fabric 100% recycled polyester twill or heather polyester with non-PFC durable water-repellent finish depending on colorway. 70D IronLite nylon, non-PFC DWR finish
Color Brandy Brown/Root Brown Banff Blue/Aviator Navy
Warranty Lifetime
Rating 4.1 3.7
Price Under $100 Under $100
General Features Shoulder Straps Straight - adjustable padded strap Straight - adjustable padded strap
Sternum / Chest Straps Adjustable sternum strap
Hip Belt / Waist Strap Adjustable waist belt
Water Proof / Water Resistant Water-resistant
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 Side pockets, front stash pocket, 4 harness pockets
Internal Compartments Zippered laptop compartment Main and secondary compartments
Side Pockets 2 zippered side pockets 2 slip-in side pockets
Water Bottle Yes Yes
Handles Top grab handle Top grab handle
Lightweight Lightweight
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Padded
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Padded back panel FlashDry back panel
Hydration Features Hydration Compatible Built-in hydration sleeve

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


The North Face's Ruthsac Backpack is a Commuter backpack with Daypack features while The North Face's Chimera 24L 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 Chimera 24L Backpack's capacity is 24L with a size of 23 x 13 x 4 inches. Constructed from 70D IronLite nylon, non-PFC DWR finish it weighs 1lb 5oz pounds and is available in Banff Blue/Aviator Navy.