The North Face Ruthsac Backpack vs The North Face Cryptic Backpack

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

The North Face Ruthsac Backpack - Front View
The North Face Cryptic Backpack Front View
Specs Brand The North Face The North Face
Name Ruthsac Backpack Cryptic Backpack
Category Commuter Daypack
Sub Category Daypack Laptop
Capacity (L) 31.5L 29L
Dimensions (in) 12 x 5.9 x 18.7 13 x 19 x 6
Weight (lb) 2.0
Fabric 100% recycled polyester twill or heather polyester with non-PFC durable water-repellent finish depending on colorway. 600D Polyester
Color Brandy Brown/Root Brown 8 colors and patterns
Warranty The North Face Lifetime Warranty
Release Date April 16, 2021
Rating 4.1 4.8
Price Under $100 Under $100
General Features Shoulder Straps Straight - adjustable padded strap FlexVent™ custom molded shoulder straps
Sternum / Chest Straps Sternum strap with whistle buckle
Water Proof / Water Resistant Water repellant finish
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 handle
Loops and Attachments Front elastic bungee system
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Padded Padded laptop compartment
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Padded back panel Comfortable padded mesh back panel and breathable lumbar panel

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


The North Face's Ruthsac Backpack is a Commuter backpack with Daypack features while The North Face 's Cryptic Backpack is a Daypack backpack with Laptop 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 Cryptic Backpack's capacity is 29L with a size of 13 x 19 x 6 inches. Constructed from 600D Polyester it weighs 2.0 pounds and is available in 8 colors and patterns.