NOMATIC Navigator Lite Pack 15L Backpack vs TIMBUK2 Project Backpack

The main difference between the NOMATIC Navigator Lite Pack 15L Backpack and the Timbuk2 Project Backpack is that the Navigator Lite Pack 15L Backpack has Sternum / Chest Straps (Adjustable sternum strap) while the Project Backpack does not.

NOMATIC Navigator Lite Pack 15L Backpack - Front View
TIMBUK2 Project Backpack - Front View
Specs Brand NOMATIC Timbuk2
Name Navigator Lite Pack 15L Backpack Project Backpack
Category Laptop Laptop
Sub Category Travel Travel
Capacity (L) 15L 21L
Dimensions (in) 19 x 12 x 5.5 11.42 x 4.72 x 18.5
Weight (lb) 2.4 2.5
Fabric Durable 400D Nylon by 330 Poly materials Water-repellent waxed canvas and trimmed in premium leather
Color Gray Scout
Warranty Lifetime Warranty
Rating 4.6
Price Under $200 Under $250
General Features Shoulder Straps J shape - adjustable padded strap Straight - adjustable padded strap
Sternum / Chest Straps Adjustable sternum strap
Water Proof / Water Resistant Water resistant Water-repellent
Zippers Nylon zipper with string plastic pulls Metal zipper with metal pulls
Main Compartment Access Normal top two way zip access Normal top two way zip access
External Pockets 2 mesh pockets, 2 stretch-liner pockets, a zipper pocket, and 2 pen pockets Laptop pocket fits, expandable zippered side pocket, 1 front pocket
Internal Compartments Laptop and tablet sleeve, hidden water bottle pocket, internal organization
Side Pockets 1 side pocket
Water Bottle Yes
Handles Top grab handle Top grab handle
Loops and Attachments Beer tiki bottle opener on front shoulder strap
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Padded; 16" laptop Padded; 15" laptop
Organizer Pocket Internal organization
Travel Features Carry-on Size Compliant Fits the airlines carry-on sizer and planes overhead bin
Expandable Expansion from 15L to 21L
Luggage Straps / Trolley Sleeve Luggage handle pass-through Luggage pass-through
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Padded Padded
Other Features Other Features Includes navigator lite backpack 15L

You're currently comparing the Navigator Lite Pack 15L Backpack by NOMATIC against the Project Backpack by Timbuk2.


NOMATIC 's Navigator Lite Pack 15L Backpack is a Laptop backpack with Travel features while Timbuk2's Project Backpack is a Laptop backpack with Travel features.

The NOMATIC Navigator Lite Pack 15L Backpack has a capacity of 15L (liters), weighs 2.4 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 19 x 12 x 5.5. It's made of Durable 400D Nylon by 330 Poly materials and is available in Gray in comparison the Timbuk2 Project Backpack's capacity is 21L with a size of 11.42 x 4.72 x 18.5 inches. Constructed from Water-repellent waxed canvas and trimmed in premium leather it weighs 2.5 pounds and is available in Scout.