Samsonite Tectonic PFT Laptop Backpack vs TIMBUK2 Never Check Expandable Backpack

The main difference between the Samsonite Tectonic PFT Laptop Backpack and the Timbuk2 Never Check Expandable Backpack is that the Tectonic PFT Laptop Backpack has Loops and Attachments (Webbing loops) while the Never Check Expandable Backpack does not.

Samsonite Tectonic PFT Laptop Backpack Front View
TIMBUK2 Never Check Expandable Backpack - Front View
Specs Brand Samsonite Timbuk2
Name Tectonic PFT Laptop Backpack Never Check Expandable Backpack
Category Laptop Laptop
Sub Category Travel Travel
Capacity (L) 24.50L
Dimensions (in) 13 x 9 x 19 11.42 x 11.42 x 14.17
Weight (lb) 3.1 2.64
Fabric 1680D Polyester
Color Black/Red Jet Black
Warranty Samsonite Limited 3 Year Global Warranty Lifetime Warranty
Rating 4.6 4.6
Price Under $100 Under $250
General Features Shoulder Straps Padded shoulder straps J shape - adjustable padded strap
Sternum / Chest Straps Adjustable chest strap
Zippers Weatherproof zippers
Main Compartment Access Normal zipped access Normal top two way zip access
External Pockets 3 zipped front pocket and 2 side pockets 1 front zip pocket, 1 side pocket
Internal Compartments Roomy main compartment features storage space and well considered business organization Laptop sleeve, mesh pocket
Side Pockets Side pockets can fit water bottle and umbrella 1 side pocket
Water Bottle Yes Yes
Handles Top grab handle Top grab handle
Loops and Attachments Webbing loops
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Separate laptop compartment fits up to 17" Padded
Tablet Sleeve Tablet pocket Padded; 9.7" iPad
Organizer Pocket Front organizer pocket
Travel Features TSA Approved / Friendly TSA friendly
Luggage Straps / Trolley Sleeve SmartStrap
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Padded airmesh panels on back Padded

You're currently comparing the Tectonic PFT Laptop Backpack by Samsonite against the Never Check Expandable Backpack by Timbuk2.


Samsonite 's Tectonic PFT Laptop Backpack is a Laptop backpack with Travel features while Timbuk2's Never Check Expandable Backpack is a Laptop backpack with Travel features.

The Samsonite Tectonic PFT Laptop Backpack has a capacity of (liters), weighs 3.1 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 13 x 9 x 19. It's made of 1680D Polyester and is available in Black/Red 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.