The North Face Ruthsac Backpack vs The North Face Tote Pack

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

The North Face Ruthsac Backpack - Front View
The North Face Tote Pack Front View
Specs Brand The North Face The North Face
Name Ruthsac Backpack Tote Pack
Category Commuter Womens
Sub Category Daypack Everyday
Capacity (L) 31.5L 14.5L
Dimensions (in) 12 x 5.9 x 18.7 9.84 x 4.33 x 14.56
Weight (lb) 1.0
Fabric 100% recycled polyester twill or heather polyester with non-PFC durable water-repellent finish depending on colorway. 600D Recycled Polyester
Color Brandy Brown/Root Brown 6 colors and patterns
Warranty The North Face Lifetime Warranty
Release Date November 19, 2020
Rating 4.1 4.4
Price Under $100 Under $75
General Features Shoulder Straps Straight - adjustable padded strap Padded shoulder straps
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
Internal Compartments Zippered laptop compartment
Side Pockets 2 zippered side pockets
Water Bottle Yes No
Handles Top grab handle Two webbing tote handles with snap closure
Loops and Attachments Bike-light loop, leather patch
Convertible Yes
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Padded Laptop sleeve
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Padded back panel Padded back panel

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


The North Face's Ruthsac Backpack is a Commuter backpack with Daypack features while The North Face 's Tote Pack is a Womens backpack with Everyday 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 Tote Pack 's capacity is 14.5L with a size of 9.84 x 4.33 x 14.56 inches. Constructed from 600D Recycled Polyester it weighs 1.0 pounds and is available in 6 colors and patterns.