The main difference between the Samsonite Modern Utility Travel Backpack and the Timbuk2 Authority Laptop Backpack Deluxe is that the Modern Utility Travel Backpack has Water Bottle (Yes) while the Authority Laptop Backpack Deluxe does not.
Specs | Brand | Samsonite | Timbuk2 |
Name | Modern Utility Travel Backpack | Authority Laptop Backpack Deluxe | |
Category | Laptop | Laptop | |
Sub Category | Travel | Travel | |
Capacity (L) | 28L | ||
Dimensions (in) | 11.42 x 6.69 x 19.69 | 5.91 x 11.42 x 18.11 | |
Weight (lb) | 2.0 | 2.55 | |
Fabric | Two-tone Polyester | 100% recycled nylon | |
Color | Charcoal Heather | Eco Black Deluxe | |
Warranty | Samsonite Limited 3 Year Global Warranty | Lifetime Warranty | |
Rating | 4.6 | 4.5 | |
Price | Under $150 | Under $200 | |
General Features | Shoulder Straps | S-curve ergonomic shoulder straps | J shape - adjustable padded strap |
Sternum / Chest Straps | Adjustable chest strap | ||
Zippers | Nylon zipper with metal and string pulls | ||
Main Compartment Access | Clamshell | Normal top two way zip access | |
External Pockets | 2 zipped front pockets and 2 side pockets | Front zip pocket, 1 side pocket | |
Internal Compartments | Roomy main compartment with interior zipped mesh pockets | Laptop sleeve, organizer pockets | |
Side Pockets | Side pockets can fit water bottle | 1 side pocket | |
Water Bottle | Yes | ||
Handles | Top and front grab handles | Top grab handle | |
Business & School Features | Laptop Sleeve | Padded laptop compartment fits up to 17" | Padded; 17" laptop |
Tablet Sleeve | Tablet pocket | ||
Organizer Pocket | Internal organizer | ||
Travel Features | Compression Straps | Internal compression straps | Compression straps let you cinch it all down tight for a clean look that can transition from client A to B and then bar X. |
Luggage Straps / Trolley Sleeve | Luggage pass-through | ||
Hiking / Backpacking Features | Back Panel | Padded airmesh panels on back | Airmesh ventilated back panel |
Gym / Sports Features | Shoe Compartment | Dedicated footwear compartment |
Samsonite's Modern Utility Travel Backpack is a Laptop backpack with Travel features while Timbuk2's Authority Laptop Backpack Deluxe is a Laptop backpack with Travel features.
The Samsonite Modern Utility Travel Backpack has a capacity of (liters), weighs 2.0 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 11.42 x 6.69 x 19.69. It's made of Two-tone Polyester and is available in Charcoal Heather in comparison the Timbuk2 Authority Laptop Backpack Deluxe's capacity is 28L with a size of 5.91 x 11.42 x 18.11 inches. Constructed from 100% recycled nylon it weighs 2.55 pounds and is available in Eco Black Deluxe.
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