Thule Accent 23L Black Backpack vs TIMBUK2 Authority Laptop Backpack Deluxe

The main difference between the Thule Accent 23L Black and the Timbuk2 Authority Laptop Backpack Deluxe is that the Accent 23L Black has Water Bottle (Yes) while the Authority Laptop Backpack Deluxe does not.

Thule Accent 23L Black Backpack - Front View
TIMBUK2 Authority Laptop Backpack Deluxe - Front View
Specs Brand Thule Timbuk2
Name Accent 23L Black Authority Laptop Backpack Deluxe
Category Laptop Laptop
Sub Category Travel Travel
Capacity (L) 23L 28L
Dimensions (in) ‎10.4 x 1.2 x 15.2 5.91 x 11.42 x 18.11
Weight (lb) 2.16 2.55
Fabric 100% recycled 1680 polyester 100% recycled nylon
Color Black Eco Black Deluxe
Warranty Lifetime Warranty
Release Date September 21, 2017
Rating 4.5 4.5
Price Under $200 Under $200
General Features Shoulder Straps Straight - adjustable padded strap J shape - adjustable padded strap
Sternum / Chest Straps Adjustable chest strap
Zippers Nylon zipper with metal pulls Nylon zipper with metal and string pulls
Main Compartment Access Normal top two way zip access Normal top two way zip access
External Pockets 1 side zipped pocket, 1 side mesh pocket, zipped top pocket, front zipped pocket Front zip pocket, 1 side pocket
Internal Compartments SafeZone compartment with hidden pocket behind removable hard-shell cup safeguards a phone, sunglasses or other valuables Laptop sleeve, organizer pockets
Side Pockets 2 side pockets 1 side pocket
Water Bottle Yes
Handles Top grab handle Top grab handle
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Padded; 15.6" PC or 15" MacBook and 10" tablet Padded; 17" laptop
Tablet Sleeve Padded
Organizer Pocket Internal organizer sleeve pockets Internal organizer
Travel Features 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 Pass-through panel Luggage pass-through
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Padded Airmesh ventilated back panel

You're currently comparing the Accent 23L Black by Thule against the Authority Laptop Backpack Deluxe by Timbuk2.


Thule 's Accent 23L Black is a Laptop backpack with Travel features while Timbuk2's Authority Laptop Backpack Deluxe is a Laptop backpack with Travel features.

The Thule Accent 23L Black has a capacity of 23L (liters), weighs 2.16 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are ‎10.4 x 1.2 x 15.2. It's made of 100% recycled 1680 polyester and is available in Black 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.