The main difference between the Samsonite Modern Utility Travel Backpack and the Timbuk2 Project Backpack is that the Modern Utility Travel Backpack has Internal Compartments (Roomy main compartment with interior zipped mesh pockets) while the Project Backpack does not.
Specs | Brand | Samsonite | Timbuk2 |
Name | Modern Utility Travel Backpack | Project Backpack | |
Category | Laptop | Laptop | |
Sub Category | Travel | Travel | |
Capacity (L) | 21L | ||
Dimensions (in) | 11.42 x 6.69 x 19.69 | 11.42 x 4.72 x 18.5 | |
Weight (lb) | 2.0 | 2.5 | |
Fabric | Two-tone Polyester | Water-repellent waxed canvas and trimmed in premium leather | |
Color | Charcoal Heather | Scout | |
Warranty | Samsonite Limited 3 Year Global Warranty | Lifetime Warranty | |
Rating | 4.6 | ||
Price | Under $150 | Under $250 | |
General Features | Shoulder Straps | S-curve ergonomic shoulder straps | Straight - adjustable padded strap |
Water Proof / Water Resistant | Water-repellent | ||
Zippers | Metal zipper with metal pulls | ||
Main Compartment Access | Clamshell | Normal top two way zip access | |
External Pockets | 2 zipped front pockets and 2 side pockets | Laptop pocket fits, expandable zippered side pocket, 1 front pocket | |
Internal Compartments | Roomy main compartment with interior zipped mesh pockets | ||
Side Pockets | Side pockets can fit water bottle | 1 side pocket | |
Water Bottle | Yes | ||
Handles | Top and front grab handles | Top grab handle | |
Loops and Attachments | Beer tiki bottle opener on front shoulder strap | ||
Business & School Features | Laptop Sleeve | Padded laptop compartment fits up to 17" | Padded; 15" laptop |
Tablet Sleeve | Tablet pocket | ||
Travel Features | Compression Straps | Internal compression straps | |
Luggage Straps / Trolley Sleeve | Luggage pass-through | ||
Hiking / Backpacking Features | Back Panel | Padded airmesh panels on back | Padded |
Gym / Sports Features | Shoe Compartment | Dedicated footwear compartment |
Samsonite's Modern Utility Travel Backpack is a Laptop backpack with Travel features while Timbuk2's Project 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 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.
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