The main difference between the The North Face Ruthsac Backpack and the The North Face Youth Mini Explorer Backpack is that the Ruthsac Backpack has Internal Compartments (Zippered laptop compartment) while the Youth Mini Explorer Backpack does not.
Specs | Brand | The North Face | The North Face |
Name | Ruthsac Backpack | Youth Mini Explorer Backpack | |
Category | Commuter | School | |
Sub Category | Daypack | Daypack | |
Capacity (L) | 31.5L | 10L | |
Dimensions (in) | 12 x 5.9 x 18.7 | 8.875 x 5.5 x 11.875 | |
Weight (lb) | 0.25 | ||
Fabric | 100% recycled polyester twill or heather polyester with non-PFC durable water-repellent finish depending on colorway. | 600D recycled polyester with non-PFC Durable Water-Repellent (DWR) finish | |
Color | Brandy Brown/Root Brown | Acoustic Blue Triangle Camo Print/Acoustic Blue | |
Rating | 4.1 | 4.6 | |
Price | Under $100 | Under $50 | |
General Features | Shoulder Straps | Straight - adjustable padded strap | Straight - adjustable padded strap |
Sternum / Chest Straps | Hook-&-loop sternum straps | ||
Water Proof / Water Resistant | Water-Repellent | ||
Zippers | Nylon zipper with string pulls | Nylon zipper with metal pulls | |
Main Compartment Access | Normal top two way zip access | Normal top zipped flap access | |
External Pockets | Two external, secure-zip barrel pockets hold water bottles and daily essentials | Metal snap pockets on the front, 2 side pockets | |
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 nylon handle | |
Business & School Features | Laptop Sleeve | Padded | |
Hiking / Backpacking Features | Back Panel | Padded back panel | Padded |
Youtube Video | Youtube Video Link | https://youtu.be/i1XfoxGmwQQ |
The North Face's Ruthsac Backpack is a Commuter backpack with Daypack features while The North Face's Youth Mini Explorer Backpack is a School backpack with Daypack 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 Youth Mini Explorer Backpack's capacity is 10L with a size of 8.875 x 5.5 x 11.875 inches. Constructed from 600D recycled polyester with non-PFC Durable Water-Repellent (DWR) finish it weighs 0.25 pounds and is available in Acoustic Blue Triangle Camo Print/Acoustic Blue.