Carhartt 35L Triple-Compartment Backpack vs TIMBUK2 Vapor Convertible Tote Backpack

The main difference between the Carhartt 35L Triple-Compartment Backpack and the Timbuk2 Vapor Convertible Tote Backpack is that the 35L Triple-Compartment Backpack has Zippers (Nylon zipper with metal pulls) while the Vapor Convertible Tote Backpack does not.

Carhartt 35L Triple-Compartment Backpack - Front View
TIMBUK2 Vapor Convertible Tote Backpack - Front View
Specs Brand Carhartt Timbuk2
Name 35L Triple-Compartment Backpack Vapor Convertible Tote Backpack
Category Work Laptop
Sub Category Laptop Work
Capacity (L) 35L
Dimensions (in) 15 x 18 x 11 11.81 x 4.33 x 17.32
Weight (lb) 2.3 1.48
Fabric 1200 denier polyester 100% recycled nylon and polyester
Color Carhartt Brown Jet Black
Warranty Lifetime Warranty
Rating 4.7 4.2
Price Under $150 Under $150
General Features Shoulder Straps Contour fit shoulder straps with FastDry® technology Tuckable tote straps when wearing as a backpack; tuckable shoulder straps when carrying as a tote
Zippers Nylon zipper with metal pulls
Main Compartment Access Normal top two way zip access Normal top zip access
External Pockets Two side zippered pockets, Top compartment, Front zippered organization compartment Nylon zipper with webbing pulls
Internal Compartments Laptop sleeve, Fleece lined eyewear compartment Laptop sleeve, Interior dual slip, scratch-free, tricot-lined pockets
Side Pockets Two side zippered pockets
Water Bottle Yes
Handles Top grab handle Two webbing top handles
Loops and Attachments Webbing strap on back panel
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Padded; 17 inch laptop Padded laptop sleeve fits most 15" laptops/tablets
Tablet Sleeve Padded
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Padded air mesh Padded

You're currently comparing the 35L Triple-Compartment Backpack by Carhartt against the Vapor Convertible Tote Backpack by Timbuk2.


Carhartt 's 35L Triple-Compartment Backpack is a Work backpack with Laptop features while Timbuk2's Vapor Convertible Tote Backpack is a Laptop backpack with Work features.

The Carhartt 35L Triple-Compartment Backpack has a capacity of 35L (liters), weighs 2.3 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 15 x 18 x 11. It's made of 1200 denier polyester and is available in Carhartt Brown in comparison the Timbuk2 Vapor Convertible Tote Backpack's capacity is with a size of 11.81 x 4.33 x 17.32 inches. Constructed from 100% recycled nylon and polyester it weighs 1.48 pounds and is available in Jet Black.