Kipling Marigold Backpack vs TIMBUK2 Custom Mini Prospect Backpack

The main difference between the Kipling Marigold and the Timbuk2 Custom Mini Prospect Backpack is that the Marigold has Zippers (Plastic molded zippers with rubber pulls) while the Custom Mini Prospect Backpack does not.

Kipling Marigold Backpack - Front View
TIMBUK2 Custom Mini Prospect Backpack - Front View
Specs Brand Kipling Timbuk2
Name Marigold Custom Mini Prospect Backpack
Category Mini Mini
Sub Category Womens Womens
Capacity (L) 7L 13L
Dimensions (in) 9 x 11.75 x 5 10.2 x 5.12 x 15.7
Weight (lb) 3.33 1.5
Fabric Nylon Cordura Canvas
Color Brilliant Pink Grad Pink
Warranty Lifetime Warranty
Price Under $150 Under $150
General Features Shoulder Straps Adjustable backpack straps J shape - adjustable padded strap
Water Proof / Water Resistant Waterproof
Zippers Plastic molded zippers with rubber pulls
Main Compartment Access Normal top zip and flap access Flap closure for quick access or roll-top for expandable volume
External Pockets 1 front zip pocket 1 side pockets, front pocket for keys, wallet, sunglasses or other small items
Internal Compartments 1 zip pocket Laptop sleeve, Internal organizer for pens, phones, and other small stuff
Side Pockets 2 side pockets
Water Bottle Yes
Handles Top grab handle Top grab handle
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Padded; 13" MacBook Air
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Padded

You're currently comparing the Marigold by Kipling against the Custom Mini Prospect Backpack by Timbuk2.


Kipling's Marigold is a Mini backpack with Womens features while Timbuk2's Custom Mini Prospect Backpack is a Mini backpack with Womens features.

The Kipling Marigold has a capacity of 7L (liters), weighs 3.33 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 9 x 11.75 x 5. It's made of Nylon and is available in Brilliant Pink Grad in comparison the Timbuk2 Custom Mini Prospect Backpack's capacity is 13L with a size of 10.2 x 5.12 x 15.7 inches. Constructed from Cordura Canvas it weighs 1.5 pounds and is available in Pink.