Bellroy Classic Backpack vs TIMBUK2 Parker Commuter Backpack

The main difference between the Bellroy Classic Backpack and the Timbuk2 Commuter Parker Backpack is that the Classic Backpack has Water Proof / Water Resistant (Water resistant material) while the Commuter Parker Backpack does not.

Bellroy Classic Backpack
TIMBUK2 Commuter Backpack - Front View
Specs Brand Bellroy Timbuk2
Name Classic Backpack Commuter Parker Backpack
Category Commuter Commuter
Sub Category Everyday Everyday
Capacity (L) 22L 42L
Dimensions (in) 21 x 15 x 9 ‎11.81 x 5.51 x 20.47
Weight (lb) 2.2 4.9
Fabric Venture-weave Polyester & Leather
Color 8 colors and patterns Jet Black
Warranty Bellroy 3 Year Warranty Lifetime Warranty
Release Date ‎April 29, 2019 November 2, 2016
Rating 4.5 4.2
Price Under $125 Under $250
General Features Shoulder Straps Comfortable shoulder straps J shape - adjustable padded strap
Sternum / Chest Straps Removable sternum strap Adjustable chest strap
Hip Belt / Waist Strap Adjustable waist strap
Water Proof / Water Resistant Water resistant material
Zippers Nylon zipper with metal pulls
Main Compartment Access Normal zipped access Doubled roll top loading
External Pockets 1 zipped front and top pocket 2 front zip pockets, 2 side pockets
Internal Compartments Internal mesh zip pocket and padded sleeves Laptop sleeve
Side Pockets No 2 side pockets
Water Bottle Yes
Handles Top grab handle Top grab handle
Lightweight Yes
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Padded; 15" laptop
Tablet Sleeve Padded tablet sleeve
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Contoured back panel Padded
Rain Cover Detachable rain cover

You're currently comparing the Classic Backpack by Bellroy against the Commuter Parker Backpack by Timbuk2.


Bellroy 's Classic Backpack is a Commuter backpack with Everyday features while Timbuk2's Commuter Parker Backpack is a Commuter backpack with Everyday features.

The Bellroy Classic Backpack has a capacity of 22L (liters), weighs 2.2 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 21 x 15 x 9. It's made of Venture-weave Polyester & Leather and is available in 8 colors and patterns in comparison the Timbuk2 Commuter Parker Backpack's capacity is 42L with a size of ‎11.81 x 5.51 x 20.47 inches. Constructed from it weighs 4.9 pounds and is available in Jet Black.