Samsonite Modern Utility Travel Backpack vs TIMBUK2 Never Check Expandable Backpack

The main difference between the Samsonite Modern Utility Travel Backpack and the Timbuk2 Never Check Expandable Backpack is that the Modern Utility Travel Backpack has Compression Straps (Internal compression straps) while the Never Check Expandable Backpack does not.

Samsonite Modern Utility Travel Backpack Front View
TIMBUK2 Never Check Expandable Backpack - Front View
Specs Brand Samsonite Timbuk2
Name Modern Utility Travel Backpack Never Check Expandable Backpack
Category Laptop Laptop
Sub Category Travel Travel
Capacity (L) 24.50L
Dimensions (in) 11.42 x 6.69 x 19.69 11.42 x 11.42 x 14.17
Weight (lb) 2.0 2.64
Fabric Two-tone Polyester
Color Charcoal Heather Jet Black
Warranty Samsonite Limited 3 Year Global Warranty Lifetime Warranty
Rating 4.6 4.6
Price Under $150 Under $250
General Features Shoulder Straps S-curve ergonomic shoulder straps J shape - adjustable padded strap
Sternum / Chest Straps Adjustable chest strap
Zippers Weatherproof zippers
Main Compartment Access Clamshell Normal top two way zip access
External Pockets 2 zipped front pockets and 2 side pockets 1 front zip pocket, 1 side pocket
Internal Compartments Roomy main compartment with interior zipped mesh pockets Laptop sleeve, mesh pocket
Side Pockets Side pockets can fit water bottle 1 side pocket
Water Bottle Yes Yes
Handles Top and front grab handles Top grab handle
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Padded laptop compartment fits up to 17" Padded
Tablet Sleeve Tablet pocket Padded; 9.7" iPad
Travel Features Compression Straps Internal compression straps
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Padded airmesh panels on back Padded
Gym / Sports Features Shoe Compartment Dedicated footwear compartment

You're currently comparing the Modern Utility Travel Backpack by Samsonite against the Never Check Expandable Backpack by Timbuk2.


Samsonite's Modern Utility Travel Backpack is a Laptop backpack with Travel features while Timbuk2's Never Check Expandable Backpack 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 Never Check Expandable Backpack's capacity is 24.50L with a size of 11.42 x 11.42 x 14.17 inches. Constructed from it weighs 2.64 pounds and is available in Jet Black.