Fjällräven Skule 28 Backpack vs TIMBUK2 Spire Laptop Backpack 2.0

The main difference between the Fjällräven Skule 28 Backpack and the Timbuk2 Spire Laptop Backpack 2.0 is that the Skule 28 Backpack has Hip Belt / Waist Strap (Adjustable waist strap) while the Spire Laptop Backpack 2.0 does not.

Fjällräven Skule 28 Backpack - Front View
TIMBUK2 Spire Laptop Backpack 2.0 - Front View
Specs Brand Fjällräven Timbuk2
Name Skule 28 Backpack Spire Laptop Backpack 2.0
Category Work Laptop
Sub Category Laptop Work
Capacity (L) 28L 26L
Dimensions (in) 4 x 4 x 2 5.91 x 11.81 x 19.69
Weight (lb) 1.63 2.0
Fabric 100% polyester
Color Navy Jet Black
Warranty Lifetime Warranty
Release Date April 21, 2020
Rating 4.3 4.6
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 Water-resistant
Zippers Nylon zipper with string pulls Nylon zipper with string pulls
Main Compartment Access Normal top zip access Flap with buckle
External Pockets 1 front zip pocket, 2 side slip-in pockets Side stretch pocket, Napoleon pocket under front flap
Internal Compartments Zippered pocket, mesh organizing pockets Laptop sleeve, tablet sleeve,
Side Pockets 2 side slip-in pockets Side stretch pocket
Water Bottle Yes Yes
Handles Top grab handle Top grab handle
Loops and Attachments Front daisy chain
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Padded; 15” laptop sleeve Padded; 15" to 17" laptops
Tablet Sleeve Padded; 15" to 17" tablet
Organizer Pocket Mesh organizing pockets
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Comfortable back panel with air mesh Padded

You're currently comparing the Skule 28 Backpack by Fjällräven against the Spire Laptop Backpack 2.0 by Timbuk2.


Fjällräven's Skule 28 Backpack is a Work backpack with Laptop features while Timbuk2's Spire Laptop Backpack 2.0 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 Spire Laptop Backpack 2.0's capacity is 26L with a size of 5.91 x 11.81 x 19.69 inches. Constructed from it weighs 2.0 pounds and is available in Jet Black.