Thule 20L Lithos Backpack vs TIMBUK2 Parker Commuter Backpack

The main difference between the Thule 20L Lithos Backpack and the Timbuk2 Commuter Parker Backpack is that the 20L Lithos Backpack has Loops and Attachments (Light lash point on front panel) while the Commuter Parker Backpack does not.

Thule Lithos Backpack Front View
TIMBUK2 Commuter Backpack - Front View
Specs Brand Thule Timbuk2
Name 20L Lithos Backpack Commuter Parker Backpack
Category Commuter Commuter
Sub Category Everyday Everyday
Capacity (L) 20L 42L
Dimensions (in) 11 x 9 x 17.3 ‎11.81 x 5.51 x 20.47
Weight (lb) 1.6 4.9
Fabric Polyester Ripstop
Color 8 colors and patterns Jet Black
Warranty Thule Guarantee Lifetime Warranty
Release Date July 8, 2020 November 2, 2016
Rating 4.8 4.2
Price Under $100 Under $250
General Features Shoulder Straps Adjustable padded shoulder straps J shape - adjustable padded strap
Sternum / Chest Straps Adjustable chest strap
Hip Belt / Waist Strap Adjustable waist strap
Zippers Nylon zipper with metal pulls
Main Compartment Access Normal zipped access Doubled roll top loading
External Pockets 1 zipped front pocket and 2 side pockets 2 front zip pockets, 2 side pockets
Internal Compartments Internal sleeves and zipped mesh pocket Laptop sleeve
Side Pockets Side pockets can fit water bottle 2 side pockets
Water Bottle Yes Yes
Handles Top grab handle Top grab handle
Loops and Attachments Light lash point on front panel
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Padded laptop pocket fits up to 15.6" Padded; 15" laptop
Tablet Sleeve Dedicated tablet pocket
Organizer Pocket Front utility pocket with organizer
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Padded back panel Padded
Rain Cover Detachable rain cover

You're currently comparing the 20L Lithos Backpack by Thule against the Commuter Parker Backpack by Timbuk2.


Thule 's 20L Lithos Backpack is a Commuter backpack with Everyday features while Timbuk2's Commuter Parker Backpack is a Commuter backpack with Everyday features.

The Thule 20L Lithos Backpack has a capacity of 20L (liters), weighs 1.6 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 11 x 9 x 17.3. It's made of Polyester Ripstop and is available in 8 colors and patterns in comparison the Timbuk2 Commuter Parker Backpack's capacity is 42L with a size of ‎11.81 x 5.51 x 20.47 inches. Constructed from it weighs 4.9 pounds and is available in Jet Black.