Incase A.R.C. Commuter Backpack vs Incase 16" Reform Backpack with Tensaerlite

The main difference between the Incase A.R.C. Commuter Backpack and the Incase 16" Reform Backpack with Tensaerlite is that the A.R.C. Commuter Backpack has Sternum / Chest Straps (Ergonomic sternum-strap) while the 16" Reform Backpack with Tensaerlite does not.

Incase A.R.C. Commuter Backpack- Front View
Incase Reform Backpack with Tensaerlite Front View
Specs Brand Incase Incase
Name A.R.C. Commuter Backpack 16" Reform Backpack with Tensaerlite
Category Commuter Slim
Sub Category Travel Laptop
Capacity (L) 18.8L 17L
Dimensions (in) 17 x 11 x 7 10.75 x 6.5 x 18
Weight (lb) 3 3.8
Fabric Recycled Polyester 840D Nylon
Color Navy Nylon Black
Warranty Incase 1 Year Limited Warranty
Release Date January 20, 2020
Rating 3.9 4.4
Price Under $250 Under $75
General Features Shoulder Straps J shape - adjustable padded strap Adjustable padded shoulder straps
Sternum / Chest Straps Ergonomic sternum-strap
Water Proof / Water Resistant Water-repellent
Zippers High-grade YKK® zippers, including YKK® weather resistant zippers
Main Compartment Access Clam shell opening Normal zipped access
External Pockets 4 external pockets 2 zipped side pockets
Internal Compartments Laptop sleeve, organizational pockets
Side Pockets 2 side pockets Side pockets can fit water bottle and other accessories
Water Bottle Yes Yes
Handles Top grab handle Padded top grab handle
Lightweight Yes
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Padded; 16” Laptop Full-coverage molded laptop cage fits up to 16"
Tablet Sleeve Padded; 12.9” iPad
Travel Features Carry-on Size Compliant Fits the airlines carry-on sizer and planes overhead bin
Luggage Straps / Trolley Sleeve Travel pass-through
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Ortholite® Impressions foam Padded back panel
Anti Theft Features Cut / Slash Proof Material Durable abrasion resistant material
RFID Blocking Tech-savy RFID feature pocket

You're currently comparing the A.R.C. Commuter Backpack by Incase against the 16" Reform Backpack with Tensaerlite by Incase .


Incase's A.R.C. Commuter Backpack is a Commuter backpack with Travel features while Incase 's 16" Reform Backpack with Tensaerlite is a Slim backpack with Laptop features.

The Incase A.R.C. Commuter Backpack has a capacity of 18.8L (liters), weighs 3 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 17 x 11 x 7. It's made of Recycled Polyester and is available in Navy in comparison the Incase 16" Reform Backpack with Tensaerlite's capacity is 17L with a size of 10.75 x 6.5 x 18 inches. Constructed from 840D Nylon it weighs 3.8 pounds and is available in Nylon Black.