Fjällräven Skule 28 Backpack vs TIMBUK2 Custom Alcatraz Laptop Backpack

The main difference between the Fjällräven Skule 28 Backpack and the Timbuk2 Custom Alcatraz Laptop Backpack is that the Skule 28 Backpack has Hip Belt / Waist Strap (Adjustable waist strap) while the Custom Alcatraz Laptop Backpack does not.

Fjällräven Skule 28 Backpack - Front View
TIMBUK2 Custom Alcatraz Laptop Backpack - Front View
Specs Brand Fjällräven Timbuk2
Name Skule 28 Backpack Custom Alcatraz Laptop Backpack
Category Work Laptop
Sub Category Laptop Work
Capacity (L) 28L 18L
Dimensions (in) 4 x 4 x 2 13 x 6 x 20.1
Weight (lb) 1.63 2.2
Fabric 100% polyester
Color Navy
Warranty Lifetime Warranty
Rating 4.3
Price Under $150 Under $150
General Features Shoulder Straps Straight - adjustable padded strap J shape - adjustable padded strap
Sternum / Chest Straps Adjustable chest strap Adjustable chest strap
Hip Belt / Waist Strap Adjustable waist strap
Water Proof / Water Resistant Water-repellent Oxford fabric
Zippers Nylon zipper with string pulls Nylon zipper with metal pulls
Main Compartment Access Normal top zip access Normal top two way zip access
External Pockets 1 front zip pocket, 2 side slip-in pockets 2 front pocket, 2 side pockets
Internal Compartments Zippered pocket, mesh organizing pockets Internal organizer for pens, phones, and other small stuff
Side Pockets 2 side slip-in pockets 2 side pockets
Water Bottle Yes Yes
Handles Top grab handle Top grab handle
Loops and Attachments Vista loop for attaching blinky bike lights
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Padded; 15” laptop sleeve Padded; 17" MacBook Pro
Tablet Sleeve Padded
Organizer Pocket Mesh organizing pockets
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Comfortable back panel with air mesh Channeled air mesh ventilated back panel

You're currently comparing the Skule 28 Backpack by Fjällräven against the Custom Alcatraz Laptop Backpack by Timbuk2.


Fjällräven's Skule 28 Backpack is a Work backpack with Laptop features while Timbuk2's Custom Alcatraz Laptop Backpack is a Laptop backpack with Work features.

The Fjällräven Skule 28 Backpack has a capacity of 28L (liters), weighs 1.63 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 4 x 4 x 2. It's made of 100% polyester and is available in Navy in comparison the Timbuk2 Custom Alcatraz Laptop Backpack's capacity is 18L with a size of 13 x 6 x 20.1 inches. Constructed from it weighs 2.2 pounds and is available in .