Incase City Compact with Cordura Backpack vs TIMBUK2 Vapor Convertible Tote Backpack

The main difference between the Incase City Compact with Cordura Backpack and the Timbuk2 Vapor Convertible Tote Backpack is that the City Compact with Cordura Backpack has Zippers (Nylon zipper with string pulls) while the Vapor Convertible Tote Backpack does not.

Incase City Compact with Cordura Backpack - Front View
TIMBUK2 Vapor Convertible Tote Backpack - Front View
Specs Brand Incase Timbuk2
Name City Compact with Cordura Backpack Vapor Convertible Tote Backpack
Category Laptop Laptop
Sub Category Work Work
Capacity (L) 17.5L
Dimensions (in) 8 x 13 x 5 11.81 x 4.33 x 17.32
Weight (lb) 1.79 1.48
Fabric 500D Cordura material 100% recycled nylon and polyester
Color Black Jet Black
Warranty Lifetime Warranty
Rating 4.1 4.2
Price Under $250 Under $150
General Features Shoulder Straps J shape - adjustable padded strap Tuckable tote straps when wearing as a backpack; tuckable shoulder straps when carrying as a tote
Zippers Nylon zipper with string pulls
Main Compartment Access Normal top two way zip access Normal top zip access
External Pockets Nylon zipper with webbing pulls
Internal Compartments Laptop sleeve Laptop sleeve, Interior dual slip, scratch-free, tricot-lined pockets
Handles Top grab handle Two webbing top handles
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Padded; 16" Laptop Padded laptop sleeve fits most 15" laptops/tablets
Tablet Sleeve Padded Padded
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Padded Padded

You're currently comparing the City Compact with Cordura Backpack by Incase against the Vapor Convertible Tote Backpack by Timbuk2.


Incase 's City Compact with Cordura Backpack is a Laptop backpack with Work features while Timbuk2's Vapor Convertible Tote Backpack is a Laptop backpack with Work features.

The Incase City Compact with Cordura Backpack has a capacity of 17.5L (liters), weighs 1.79 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 8 x 13 x 5. It's made of 500D Cordura material and is available in Black in comparison the Timbuk2 Vapor Convertible Tote Backpack's capacity is with a size of 11.81 x 4.33 x 17.32 inches. Constructed from 100% recycled nylon and polyester it weighs 1.48 pounds and is available in Jet Black.