The main difference between the Samsonite Kombi Business Backpack and the Timbuk2 Custom Alcatraz Laptop Backpack is that the Kombi Business Backpack has Organizer Pocket (Front organizer pocket) while the Custom Alcatraz Laptop Backpack does not.
Specs | Brand | Samsonite | Timbuk2 |
Name | Kombi Business Backpack | Custom Alcatraz Laptop Backpack | |
Category | Laptop | Laptop | |
Sub Category | Work | Work | |
Capacity (L) | 18L | ||
Dimensions (in) | 7 x 12 x 17.5 | 13 x 6 x 20.1 | |
Weight (lb) | 2.45 | 2.2 | |
Fabric | Ballistic Nylon with Genuine Leather Details | ||
Color | Black/Brown | ||
Warranty | Samsonite Limited 3 Year Global Warranty | Lifetime Warranty | |
Rating | 4.7 | ||
Price | Under $175 | Under $150 | |
General Features | Shoulder Straps | Padded shoulder straps | J shape - adjustable padded strap |
Sternum / Chest Straps | Adjustable chest strap | ||
Zippers | Nylon zipper with metal pulls | ||
Main Compartment Access | Normal zipped access | Normal top two way zip access | |
External Pockets | 3 zipped front and 2 side pockets | 2 front pocket, 2 side pockets | |
Internal Compartments | Main compartment has gusseted pocket for laptop or files | Internal organizer for pens, phones, and other small stuff | |
Side Pockets | Side pockets can fit water bottle and umbrella | 2 side pockets | |
Water Bottle | Yes | Yes | |
Handles | Padded top grab handle | Top grab handle | |
Loops and Attachments | Vista loop for attaching blinky bike lights | ||
Business & School Features | Laptop Sleeve | Padded laptop compartment fits up to 15.6" | Padded; 17" MacBook Pro |
Tablet Sleeve | Tablet pocket | Padded | |
Organizer Pocket | Front organizer pocket | ||
Travel Features | Luggage Straps / Trolley Sleeve | SmartSleeve™ | |
Hiking / Backpacking Features | Back Panel | Air mesh padded back | Channeled air mesh ventilated back panel |
Samsonite's Kombi Business Backpack is a Laptop backpack with Work features while Timbuk2's Custom Alcatraz Laptop Backpack is a Laptop backpack with Work features.
The Samsonite Kombi Business Backpack has a capacity of (liters), weighs 2.45 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 7 x 12 x 17.5. It's made of Ballistic Nylon with Genuine Leather Details and is available in Black/Brown in comparison the Timbuk2 Custom Alcatraz Laptop Backpack's capacity is 18L with a size of 13 x 6 x 20.1 inches. Constructed from it weighs 2.2 pounds and is available in .
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