Swissgear 1923 ScanSmart Laptop Backpack vs TIMBUK2 Authority Laptop Backpack Deluxe

The main difference between the Swissgear 1923 ScanSmart Laptop Backpack and the Timbuk2 Authority Laptop Backpack Deluxe is that the 1923 ScanSmart Laptop Backpack has Water Proof / Water Resistant (Weather resistant material) while the Authority Laptop Backpack Deluxe does not.

Swissgear 1923 ScanSmart Laptop Backpack Front View
TIMBUK2 Authority Laptop Backpack Deluxe - Front View
Specs Brand Swissgear Timbuk2
Name 1923 ScanSmart Laptop Backpack Authority Laptop Backpack Deluxe
Category Laptop Laptop
Sub Category Travel Travel
Capacity (L) 31L 28L
Dimensions (in) 18 x 13 x 8.5 5.91 x 11.42 x 18.11
Weight (lb) 3.3 2.55
Fabric Durable 1200D Polyester 100% recycled nylon
Color Black, Noir Satin, Rich Navy Eco Black Deluxe
Warranty Swissgear 10 Year Extended Limited Warranty Lifetime Warranty
Release Date October 6, 2017
Rating 4.7 4.5
Price Under $75 Under $200
General Features Shoulder Straps Ergonomically contoured, padded shoulder straps J shape - adjustable padded strap
Sternum / Chest Straps Adjustable chest strap
Water Proof / Water Resistant Weather resistant material
Zippers Nylon zipper with metal and string pulls
Main Compartment Access Normal zipped access Normal top two way zip access
External Pockets 3 zipped front pockets and 4 side pockets Front zip pocket, 1 side pocket
Internal Compartments Multi-compartment with divider pockets Laptop sleeve, organizer pockets
Side Pockets Side pockets can fit water bottle and other accessories 1 side pocket
Water Bottle Yes
Handles Reinforced, molded top handle Top grab handle
Loops and Attachments Carabiner clip, daisy chains
USB Charger USB equipped charging capability
Headset Opening Headphone port
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Dedicated, enhanced laptop compartment compartment holds up to 17" Padded; 17" laptop
Tablet Sleeve Separate floating tablet pocket
Organizer Pocket Front utility pocket with organizer Internal organizer
Travel Features TSA Approved / Friendly TSA approved
Compression Straps External side 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 back panel Airmesh ventilated back panel
Ergonomic Ergonomic design
Ventilated Back Superior back ventilation
Reflective Safety Strips Reflective accents
Anti Theft Features Lockable Zippers Lockable zipper heads
RFID Blocking RFID pockets

You're currently comparing the 1923 ScanSmart Laptop Backpack by Swissgear against the Authority Laptop Backpack Deluxe by Timbuk2.


Swissgear 's 1923 ScanSmart Laptop Backpack is a Laptop backpack with Travel features while Timbuk2's Authority Laptop Backpack Deluxe is a Laptop backpack with Travel features.

The Swissgear 1923 ScanSmart Laptop Backpack has a capacity of 31L (liters), weighs 3.3 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 18 x 13 x 8.5. It's made of Durable 1200D Polyester and is available in Black, Noir Satin, Rich Navy 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.