The North Face Ruthsac Backpack vs The North Face Rapidus 30 Backpack

The main difference between the The North Face Ruthsac Backpack and the The North Face Rapidus 30 Backpack is that the Ruthsac Backpack has Internal Compartments (Zippered laptop compartment) while the Rapidus 30 Backpack does not.

The North Face Ruthsac Backpack - Front View
The North Face Rapidus 30 Backpack - Front View
Specs Brand The North Face The North Face
Name Ruthsac Backpack Rapidus 30 Backpack
Category Commuter Ski
Sub Category Daypack Sports
Capacity (L) 31.5L 30L
Dimensions (in) 12 x 5.9 x 18.7
Fabric 100% recycled polyester twill or heather polyester with non-PFC durable water-repellent finish depending on colorway. 10% nylon
Color Brandy Brown/Root Brown Bluebird / Turbulence Grey
Warranty Lifetime
Release Date June 18, 2019
Rating 4.1
Price Under $100 Under $150
General Features Shoulder Straps Straight - adjustable padded strap Straight - 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 U 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 1 side crampon, 1 side skin, 1 insulated water bottle
Internal Compartments Zippered laptop compartment
Side Pockets 2 zippered side pockets 1 side slip-in pocket
Water Bottle Yes Yes
Handles Top grab handle Top grab handle
Loops and Attachments Ice-axe carry with covered tip for secure and protected carry
Lightweight Lightweight
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Padded
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Padded back panel FlashDry back panel
Baby Features Insulated Pockets Insulated water bottle holder

You're currently comparing the Ruthsac Backpack by The North Face against the Rapidus 30 Backpack by The North Face.


The North Face's Ruthsac Backpack is a Commuter backpack with Daypack features while The North Face's Rapidus 30 Backpack is a Ski backpack with Sports 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 Rapidus 30 Backpack's capacity is 30L with a size of inches. Constructed from 10% nylon it weighs pounds and is available in Bluebird / Turbulence Grey.