The North Face Ruthsac Backpack vs TIMBUK2 Custom Prospect Backpack

The main difference between the The North Face Ruthsac Backpack and the Timbuk2 Custom Prospect Backpack is that the Ruthsac Backpack has Zippers (Nylon zipper with string pulls) while the Custom Prospect Backpack does not.

The North Face Ruthsac Backpack - Front View
TIMBUK2 Custom Prospect Backpack - Front View
Specs Brand The North Face Timbuk2
Name Ruthsac Backpack Custom Prospect Backpack
Category Commuter Commuter
Sub Category Daypack Daypack
Capacity (L) 31.5L 22L
Dimensions (in) 12 x 5.9 x 18.7
Weight (lb) 2.4
Fabric 100% recycled polyester twill or heather polyester with non-PFC durable water-repellent finish depending on colorway.
Color Brandy Brown/Root Brown Army
Warranty Lifetime Warranty
Rating 4.1
Price Under $100 Under $159
General Features Shoulder Straps Straight - adjustable padded strap Straight - adjustable padded strap
Sternum / Chest Straps Adjustable chest strap
Zippers Nylon zipper with string pulls
Main Compartment Access Normal top two way zip access Flap colosure
External Pockets Two external, secure-zip barrel pockets hold water bottles and daily essentials 2 side pockets, 1 front pocket
Internal Compartments Zippered laptop compartment Internal organizer for pens, phones, laptop sleeve,
Side Pockets 2 zippered side pockets 2 side pockets
Water Bottle Yes Yes
Handles Top grab handle Top grab handle
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Padded Padded
Organizer Pocket Internal organizer
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Padded back panel Padded

You're currently comparing the Ruthsac Backpack by The North Face against the Custom Prospect Backpack by Timbuk2.


The North Face's Ruthsac Backpack is a Commuter backpack with Daypack features while Timbuk2's Custom Prospect Backpack is a Commuter 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 Timbuk2 Custom Prospect Backpack's capacity is 22L with a size of inches. Constructed from it weighs 2.4 pounds and is available in Army.