The North Face Small Explore Fusebox Daypack vs The North Face Ruthsac Backpack

The main difference between the The North Face Small Explore Fusebox Daypack and the The North Face Ruthsac Backpack is that the Small Explore Fusebox Daypack has Sternum / Chest Straps (Sternum strap with whistle) while the Ruthsac Backpack does not.

The North Face Small Explore Fusebox Daypack Front View
The North Face Ruthsac Backpack - Front View
Specs Brand The North Face The North Face
Name Small Explore Fusebox Daypack Ruthsac Backpack
Category Daypack Commuter
Sub Category Commuter Daypack
Capacity (L) 14L 31.5L
Dimensions (in) 9.5 x 6.5 x 15.5 12 x 5.9 x 18.7
Weight (lb) 1.6
Fabric 900D Polyester 100% recycled polyester twill or heather polyester with non-PFC durable water-repellent finish depending on colorway.
Color 10 colors and patterns Brandy Brown/Root Brown
Warranty The North Face Lifetime Warranty
Release Date June 25, 2020
Rating 4.6 4.1
Price Under $100 Under $100
General Features Shoulder Straps Padded shoulder straps Straight - adjustable padded strap
Sternum / Chest Straps Sternum strap with whistle
Water Proof / Water Resistant Water repellant finish
Zippers Nylon zipper with string pulls
Main Compartment Access Top zipped access Normal top two way zip access
External Pockets 1 zipped back pocket Two external, secure-zip barrel pockets hold water bottles and daily essentials
Internal Compartments Top lid with internal zippered mesh compartment Zippered laptop compartment
Side Pockets 2 zippered side pockets
Water Bottle No Yes
Handles Two webbing tote handles with metal snap Top grab handle
Loops and Attachments Daisy chains
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Fleece-lined laptop sleeve Padded
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Padded back panel

You're currently comparing the Small Explore Fusebox Daypack by The North Face against the Ruthsac Backpack by The North Face.


The North Face 's Small Explore Fusebox Daypack is a Daypack backpack with Commuter features while The North Face's Ruthsac Backpack is a Commuter backpack with Daypack features.

The The North Face Small Explore Fusebox Daypack has a capacity of 14L (liters), weighs 1.6 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 9.5 x 6.5 x 15.5. It's made of 900D Polyester and is available in 10 colors and patterns in comparison the The North Face Ruthsac Backpack's capacity is 31.5L with a size of 12 x 5.9 x 18.7 inches. Constructed from 100% recycled polyester twill or heather polyester with non-PFC durable water-repellent finish depending on colorway. it weighs pounds and is available in Brandy Brown/Root Brown.