Bellroy Melbourne Backpack Compact vs Incase City Backpack

The main difference between the Bellroy Melbourne Backpack Compact and the Incase City Backpack is that the Melbourne Backpack Compact has Zippers (Nylon zipper with rubber pulls) while the City Backpack does not.

Incase City Backpack Front View
Specs Brand Bellroy Incase
Name Melbourne Backpack Compact City Backpack
Category Laptop Work
Sub Category Work Laptop
Capacity (L) 12L 21L
Dimensions (in) 11.02 x 6.3 x 15.75 13.5 x 20 x 5.5
Weight (lb) 1.54 2.0
Fabric This bag features durable, water-resistant woven fabric, made from recycled materials. Durable 270 x 500D blended weave polyester
Color Limestone 2 Colors and patterns
Warranty 3 year warranty Incase 1 Year Limited Warranty
Release Date December 13, 2020
Rating 3.6 4.4
Price Under $100 Under $225
General Features Shoulder Straps Contoured adjustable shoulder straps Breathable mesh shoulder straps
Zippers Nylon zipper with rubber pulls
Main Compartment Access Fold-top for easy, one-handed access Normal zipped access
External Pockets 2 external pockets 1 front, 1top zipped pocket, and 2 side zipped pockets
Internal Compartments Interior side wall pockets, and A5 document slip pocket Organizational panel
Side Pockets 2 side pockets Side pockets can fit accessories
Water Bottle Yes No
Handles Top grab handle Padded top grab handle
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Padded; 13” laptop Padded laptop compartment fits up to 16"
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Padded Cushioned back panel

You're currently comparing the Melbourne Backpack Compact by Bellroy against the City Backpack by Incase.


Bellroy 's Melbourne Backpack Compact is a Laptop backpack with Work features while Incase's City Backpack is a Work backpack with Laptop features.

The Bellroy Melbourne Backpack Compact has a capacity of 12L (liters), weighs 1.54 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 11.02 x 6.3 x 15.75. It's made of This bag features durable, water-resistant woven fabric, made from recycled materials. and is available in Limestone in comparison the Incase City Backpack's capacity is 21L with a size of 13.5 x 20 x 5.5 inches. Constructed from Durable 270 x 500D blended weave polyester it weighs 2.0 pounds and is available in 2 Colors and patterns.