Element Action 26L Backpack vs TIMBUK2 Custom Prospect Backpack

The main difference between the Element Action 26L Backpack and the Timbuk2 Custom Prospect Backpack is that the Action 26L Backpack has Zippers (Nylon zipper with reflective webbing zipper pullers.) while the Custom Prospect Backpack does not.

Element Action 26L Backpack - Front View
TIMBUK2 Custom Prospect Backpack - Front View
Specs Brand Element Timbuk2
Name Action 26L Backpack Custom Prospect Backpack
Category Daypack Commuter
Sub Category Commuter Daypack
Capacity (L) 26L 22L
Weight (lb) 2 2.4
Fabric Polyester TPE backing Color blocking
Color Off Black Army
Warranty Lifetime Warranty
Price Under $100 Under $159
General Features Shoulder Straps Straight - Padded adjustable shoulder straps. Straight - adjustable padded strap
Sternum / Chest Straps Adjustable chest strap
Zippers Nylon zipper with reflective webbing zipper pullers.
Main Compartment Access Normal top two way zip access Flap colosure
External Pockets 1 large front zippered drop pocket, 2 side water bottle mesh sleeves 2 side pockets, 1 front pocket
Internal Compartments School inner organizer, laptop sleeve Internal organizer for pens, phones, laptop sleeve,
Side Pockets 2 mesh side pockets 2 side pockets
Water Bottle Yes Yes
Handles Top grab handle Top grab handle
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Padded laptop sleeve 13" to 15" Padded
Organizer Pocket Inner organizer. Internal organizer
Travel Features Base / Bottom Padded bottom base
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel 3D air mesh back panel Padded

You're currently comparing the Action 26L Backpack by Element against the Custom Prospect Backpack by Timbuk2.


Element's Action 26L Backpack is a Daypack backpack with Commuter features while Timbuk2's Custom Prospect Backpack is a Commuter backpack with Daypack features.

The Element Action 26L Backpack has a capacity of 26L (liters), weighs 2 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are . It's made of Polyester TPE backing Color blocking and is available in Off Black in comparison the Timbuk2 Custom Prospect Backpack's capacity is 22L with a size of inches. Constructed from it weighs 2.4 pounds and is available in Army.