Bellroy Transit Backpack vs TIMBUK2 Impulse Travel Backpack Duffel Backpack

The main difference between the Bellroy Transit Backpack and the Timbuk2 Impulse Travel Backpack Duffel Backpack is that the Transit Backpack has Water Proof / Water Resistant (Water-resistant material) while the Impulse Travel Backpack Duffel Backpack does not.

Bellroy Transit Backpack Front View
TIMBUK2 Impulse Travel Backpack Duffel Backpack - Front View
Specs Brand Bellroy Timbuk2
Name Transit Backpack Impulse Travel Backpack Duffel Backpack
Category Carry On Carry On
Sub Category Travel Travel
Capacity (L) 28L 45L
Dimensions (in) 20.47 x 5.51 x 14.96
Weight (lb) 2.4 3.7
Fabric Recycled Materials, Premium Leather
Color 2 colors and patterns Jet Black
Warranty Bellroy 3 Year Warranty Lifetime Warranty
Release Date ‎September 8, 2020 July 9, 2019
Rating 4.7 3.3
Price Under $250 Under $200
General Features Shoulder Straps Padded shoulder straps Adjustable and tuckable backpack straps
Sternum / Chest Straps Sternum strap Adjustable chest strap
Hip Belt / Waist Strap Adjustable waist straps with mini pockets for small items
Water Proof / Water Resistant Water-resistant material
Zippers Nylon zipper with string pulls
Main Compartment Access Clamshell Clamshell opening
External Pockets Soft-lined sunglasses pocket, front pocket with key clip and side pocket 1 side pocket
Internal Compartments Roomy main compartment with several pockets Laptop sleeve
Side Pockets Side pocket can fit water bottle 1 side pocket
Water Bottle Yes
Handles Top grab handle Top grab handle
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Quick access laptop compartment fits up to 16” Padded; 17" laptop
Travel Features Carry-on Size Compliant Meets carry-on size restrictions Fits the airlines carry-on sizer and planes overhead bin
Compression Straps Internal compression straps Internal compression straps
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Contoured back panel Padded

You're currently comparing the Transit Backpack by Bellroy against the Impulse Travel Backpack Duffel Backpack by Timbuk2.


Bellroy's Transit Backpack is a Carry On backpack with Travel features while Timbuk2's Impulse Travel Backpack Duffel Backpack is a Carry On backpack with Travel features.

The Bellroy Transit Backpack has a capacity of 28L (liters), weighs 2.4 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 20.47 x 5.51 x 14.96. It's made of Recycled Materials, Premium Leather and is available in 2 colors and patterns in comparison the Timbuk2 Impulse Travel Backpack Duffel Backpack's capacity is 45L with a size of inches. Constructed from it weighs 3.7 pounds and is available in Jet Black.