The main difference between the Eagle Creek Global Companion 40L Travel Pack and the Timbuk2 Impulse Travel Backpack Duffel Backpack is that the Global Companion 40L Travel Pack has Water Bottle (Yes) while the Impulse Travel Backpack Duffel Backpack does not.
Specs | Brand | Eagle Creek | Timbuk2 |
Name | Global Companion 40L Travel Pack | Impulse Travel Backpack Duffel Backpack | |
Category | Carry On | Carry On | |
Sub Category | Travel | Travel | |
Capacity (L) | 40L | 45L | |
Dimensions (in) | 13.75 x 21.5 x 8 | ||
Weight (lb) | 3.9 | 3.7 | |
Fabric | TPU 600D Poly, 1680D Poly with Recycled PVB | ||
Color | 2 colors and patterns | Jet Black | |
Warranty | Eagle Creek No Matter What™ Warranty | Lifetime Warranty | |
Release Date | July 9, 2019 | ||
Rating | 4.5 | 3.3 | |
Price | Under $175 | Under $200 | |
General Features | Shoulder Straps | Padded and moisture wicking shoulder straps | Adjustable and tuckable backpack straps |
Sternum / Chest Straps | Sternum strap with safety whistle | Adjustable chest strap | |
Hip Belt / Waist Strap | Padded hip belt | Adjustable waist straps with mini pockets for small items | |
Zippers | Nylon zipper with string pulls | ||
Main Compartment Access | Clamshell | Clamshell opening | |
External Pockets | 2 front, bottom, back, and zipped hip belt pockets plus 2 side pockets | 1 side pocket | |
Internal Compartments | Roomy main compartment with 2 separate packing compartments for maximum organization | Laptop sleeve | |
Side Pockets | Side pockets can fit water bottle | 1 side pocket | |
Water Bottle | Yes | ||
Handles | Top, bottom and side haul handles | Top grab handle | |
Business & School Features | Laptop Sleeve | Separate padded laptop sleeve fits up to 17” | Padded; 17" laptop |
Organizer Pocket | Two zippered front panel pockets with mesh slip pockets, a padded electronic pocket, a key fob and a pen slot | ||
Travel Features | Carry-on Size Compliant | Fits the airlines carry-on sizer and planes overhead bin | |
Compression Straps | External compression straps | Internal compression straps | |
Base / Bottom | Durable Bi-Tech™ fabric bottom | ||
Hiking / Backpacking Features | Back Panel | Ergonomically padded back panel | Padded |
Rain Cover | Tuck-away rainfly | ||
Anti Theft Features | Lockable Zippers | Lockable zipper heads | |
Gym / Sports Features | Shoe Compartment | Bottom shoe compartment |
Eagle Creek 's Global Companion 40L Travel Pack 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 Eagle Creek Global Companion 40L Travel Pack has a capacity of 40L (liters), weighs 3.9 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 13.75 x 21.5 x 8. It's made of TPU 600D Poly, 1680D Poly with Recycled PVB 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.
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