The North Face Ruthsac Backpack vs The North Face Hydra 26L Backpack

The main difference between the The North Face Ruthsac Backpack and the The North Face Hydra 26L Backpack is that the Ruthsac Backpack has Internal Compartments (Zippered laptop compartment) while the Hydra 26L Backpack does not.

The North Face Ruthsac Backpack - Front View
The North Face Hydra 26L Backpack - Front View
Specs Brand The North Face The North Face
Name Ruthsac Backpack Hydra 26L Backpack
Category Commuter Hiking
Sub Category Daypack Backpacking
Capacity (L) 31.5L 26L
Dimensions (in) 12 x 5.9 x 18.7 24 x 15 x 5
Weight (lb) 2
Fabric 100% recycled polyester twill or heather polyester with non-PFC durable water-repellent finish depending on colorway. 70D IronLite nylon with non-PFC durable water-repellent (non-PFC DWR) finish.
Color Brandy Brown/Root Brown Goblin Blue/Beta Blue
Warranty Lifetime
Rating 4.1 1
Price Under $100 Under $150
General Features Shoulder Straps Straight - adjustable padded strap J shape - adjustable padded strap
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 2 stretch side pockets, beaver-tail pocket, hydration sleeve and 2 tool keepers
Internal Compartments Zippered laptop compartment
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 Integrated hydration sleeve

You're currently comparing the Ruthsac Backpack by The North Face against the Hydra 26L Backpack by The North Face.


The North Face's Ruthsac Backpack is a Commuter backpack with Daypack features while The North Face's Hydra 26L 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 Hydra 26L Backpack's capacity is 26L with a size of 24 x 15 x 5 inches. Constructed from 70D IronLite nylon with non-PFC durable water-repellent (non-PFC DWR) finish. it weighs 2 pounds and is available in Goblin Blue/Beta Blue.