TIMBUK2 Authority Laptop Backpack Deluxe vs Samsonite OpenRoad Laptop Business Backpack

The main difference between the Timbuk2 Authority Laptop Backpack Deluxe and the Samsonite OpenRoad Laptop Business Backpack is that the Authority Laptop Backpack Deluxe has Sternum / Chest Straps (Adjustable chest strap) while the OpenRoad Laptop Business Backpack does not.

TIMBUK2 Authority Laptop Backpack Deluxe - Front View
Samsonite OpenRoad Laptop Business Backpack Front View
Specs Brand Timbuk2 Samsonite
Name Authority Laptop Backpack Deluxe OpenRoad Laptop Business Backpack
Category Laptop Laptop
Sub Category Travel Travel
Capacity (L) 28L
Dimensions (in) 5.91 x 11.42 x 18.11 7.5 x 15 x 19
Weight (lb) 2.55 3.5
Fabric 100% recycled nylon Nylon and Polyester
Color Eco Black Deluxe 2 colors and patterns
Warranty Lifetime Warranty Samsonite Limited 3 Year Global Warranty
Rating 4.5 4.8
Price Under $200 Under $75
General Features Shoulder Straps J shape - adjustable padded strap Padded shoulder straps
Sternum / Chest Straps Adjustable chest strap
Zippers Nylon zipper with metal and string pulls
Main Compartment Access Normal top two way zip access Clamshell
External Pockets Front zip pocket, 1 side pocket 3 zipped front pockets and 2 side pockets
Internal Compartments Laptop sleeve, organizer pockets Interior organization panel
Side Pockets 1 side pocket Side pockets can fit water bottle and umbrella
Water Bottle Yes
Handles Top grab handle Top grab handle
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Padded; 17" laptop Smart Fit padded laptop compartment fits up to 17.3"
Tablet Sleeve Tablet pocket
Organizer Pocket Internal organizer Front organizer pocket
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 Luggage pass-through SmartSleeve™
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Airmesh ventilated back panel Padded back panel

You're currently comparing the Authority Laptop Backpack Deluxe by Timbuk2 against the OpenRoad Laptop Business Backpack by Samsonite .


Timbuk2's Authority Laptop Backpack Deluxe is a Laptop backpack with Travel features while Samsonite 's OpenRoad Laptop Business Backpack is a Laptop backpack with Travel features.

The Timbuk2 Authority Laptop Backpack Deluxe has a capacity of 28L (liters), weighs 2.55 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 5.91 x 11.42 x 18.11. It's made of 100% recycled nylon and is available in Eco Black Deluxe in comparison the Samsonite OpenRoad Laptop Business Backpack's capacity is with a size of 7.5 x 15 x 19 inches. Constructed from Nylon and Polyester it weighs 3.5 pounds and is available in 2 colors and patterns.