Thule Accent 23L Black Backpack vs TIMBUK2 Project Backpack

The main difference between the Thule Accent 23L Black and the Timbuk2 Project Backpack is that the Accent 23L Black has Internal Compartments (SafeZone compartment with hidden pocket behind removable hard-shell cup safeguards a phone, sunglasses or other valuables) while the Project Backpack does not.

Thule Accent 23L Black Backpack - Front View
TIMBUK2 Project Backpack - Front View
Specs Brand Thule Timbuk2
Name Accent 23L Black Project Backpack
Category Laptop Laptop
Sub Category Travel Travel
Capacity (L) 23L 21L
Dimensions (in) ‎10.4 x 1.2 x 15.2 11.42 x 4.72 x 18.5
Weight (lb) 2.16 2.5
Fabric 100% recycled 1680 polyester Water-repellent waxed canvas and trimmed in premium leather
Color Black Scout
Warranty Lifetime Warranty
Release Date September 21, 2017
Rating 4.5
Price Under $200 Under $250
General Features Shoulder Straps Straight - adjustable padded strap Straight - adjustable padded strap
Water Proof / Water Resistant Water-repellent
Zippers Nylon zipper with metal pulls Metal zipper with metal 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 Laptop pocket fits, expandable zippered side pocket, 1 front pocket
Internal Compartments SafeZone compartment with hidden pocket behind removable hard-shell cup safeguards a phone, sunglasses or other valuables
Side Pockets 2 side pockets 1 side pocket
Water Bottle Yes
Handles Top grab handle Top grab handle
Loops and Attachments Beer tiki bottle opener on front shoulder strap
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Padded; 15.6" PC or 15" MacBook and 10" tablet Padded; 15" laptop
Tablet Sleeve Padded
Organizer Pocket Internal organizer sleeve pockets
Travel Features Luggage Straps / Trolley Sleeve Pass-through panel Luggage pass-through
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Padded Padded

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


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