The main difference between the The North Face Ruthsac Backpack and the The North Face Womens Recon Backpack is that the Ruthsac Backpack has Zippers (Nylon zipper with string pulls) while the Womens Recon Backpack does not.
Specs | Brand | The North Face | The North Face |
Name | Ruthsac Backpack | Womens Recon Backpack | |
Category | Commuter | Womens | |
Sub Category | Daypack | Laptop | |
Capacity (L) | 31.5L | 30L | |
Dimensions (in) | 12 x 5.9 x 18.7 | 19.25 x 13 x 7 | |
Weight (lb) | 2 | ||
Fabric | 100% recycled polyester twill or heather polyester with non-PFC durable water-repellent finish depending on colorway. | Polyester and Nylon | |
Color | Brandy Brown/Root Brown | 30+ colors and patterns | |
Warranty | The North Face Lifetime Warranty | ||
Rating | 4.1 | 4.7 | |
Price | Under $100 | Under $100 | |
General Features | Shoulder Straps | Straight - adjustable padded strap | Women-specific contoured shoulder straps |
Sternum / Chest Straps | Sternum strap with whistle buckle | ||
Hip Belt / Waist Strap | Removable waist belt | ||
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 | 2 zipped front 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 | Extendable front stash pocket with daisy chains and fleece-lined pocket for sunglasses, phone or keys | ||
Business & School Features | Laptop Sleeve | Padded | Dedicated, highly protective laptop compartment |
Tablet Sleeve | Padded tablet sleeve | ||
Organizer Pocket | Front utility pocket with organizer | ||
Travel Features | Compression Straps | External compression straps | |
Hiking / Backpacking Features | Back Panel | Padded back panel | Padded mesh back and breathable lumbar panel |
Reflective Safety Strips | 360-degree reflectivity |
The North Face's Ruthsac Backpack is a Commuter backpack with Daypack features while The North Face 's Womens Recon Backpack is a Womens 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 Womens Recon Backpack's capacity is 30L with a size of 19.25 x 13 x 7 inches. Constructed from Polyester and Nylon it weighs 2 pounds and is available in 30+ colors and patterns .
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