Swissgear 1923 ScanSmart Laptop Backpack vs TIMBUK2 Project Backpack

The main difference between the Swissgear 1923 ScanSmart Laptop Backpack and the Timbuk2 Project Backpack is that the 1923 ScanSmart Laptop Backpack has Internal Compartments (Multi-compartment with divider pockets) while the Project Backpack does not.

Swissgear 1923 ScanSmart Laptop Backpack Front View
TIMBUK2 Project Backpack - Front View
Specs Brand Swissgear Timbuk2
Name 1923 ScanSmart Laptop Backpack Project Backpack
Category Laptop Laptop
Sub Category Travel Travel
Capacity (L) 31L 21L
Dimensions (in) 18 x 13 x 8.5 11.42 x 4.72 x 18.5
Weight (lb) 3.3 2.5
Fabric Durable 1200D Polyester Water-repellent waxed canvas and trimmed in premium leather
Color Black, Noir Satin, Rich Navy Scout
Warranty Swissgear 10 Year Extended Limited Warranty Lifetime Warranty
Release Date October 6, 2017
Rating 4.7
Price Under $75 Under $250
General Features Shoulder Straps Ergonomically contoured, padded shoulder straps Straight - adjustable padded strap
Water Proof / Water Resistant Weather resistant material Water-repellent
Zippers Metal zipper with metal pulls
Main Compartment Access Normal zipped access Normal top two way zip access
External Pockets 3 zipped front pockets and 4 side pockets Laptop pocket fits, expandable zippered side pocket, 1 front pocket
Internal Compartments Multi-compartment with divider 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 Beer tiki bottle opener on front shoulder strap
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; 15" laptop
Tablet Sleeve Separate floating tablet pocket
Organizer Pocket Front utility pocket with organizer
Travel Features TSA Approved / Friendly TSA approved
Compression Straps External side compression straps
Luggage Straps / Trolley Sleeve Luggage pass-through
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Padded back panel Padded
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 Project Backpack by Timbuk2.


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