TIMBUK2 Authority Laptop Backpack Deluxe vs TIMBUK2 Foundry Pack Backpack

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

TIMBUK2 Authority Laptop Backpack Deluxe - Front View
TIMBUK2 Foundry Pack Backpack - Front View
Specs Brand Timbuk2 Timbuk2
Name Authority Laptop Backpack Deluxe Foundry Pack Backpack
Category Laptop Leather
Sub Category Travel Commuter
Capacity (L) 28L 18L
Dimensions (in) 5.91 x 11.42 x 18.11 ‎5.12 x 13.39 x 18.9
Weight (lb) 2.55 3.3
Fabric 100% recycled nylon Premium waxed canvas and leather
Color Eco Black Deluxe Scout
Warranty Lifetime Warranty Lifetime Warranty
Release Date February 1, 2019
Rating 4.5 4.4
Price Under $200 Under $250
General Features Shoulder Straps J shape - adjustable padded strap Straight - adjustable padded strap
Sternum / Chest Straps Adjustable chest strap
Zippers Nylon zipper with metal and string pulls Nylon zipper with metal pulls
Main Compartment Access Normal top two way zip access Secure, silent magnetic closures
External Pockets Front zip pocket, 1 side pocket 1 front pocket, 2 side pockets
Internal Compartments Laptop sleeve, organizer pockets Laptop sleeve, Internal organizer for pens, phones, and other small stuff
Side Pockets 1 side pocket 2 side pockets
Water Bottle Yes
Handles Top grab handle Top grab handle
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Padded; 17" laptop Padded; 15" laptop
Organizer Pocket 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 Luggage pass-through Luggage pass-through
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Airmesh ventilated back panel Padded

You're currently comparing the Authority Laptop Backpack Deluxe by Timbuk2 against the Foundry Pack Backpack by Timbuk2.


Timbuk2's Authority Laptop Backpack Deluxe is a Laptop backpack with Travel features while Timbuk2's Foundry Pack Backpack is a Leather backpack with Commuter 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 Timbuk2 Foundry Pack Backpack's capacity is 18L with a size of ‎5.12 x 13.39 x 18.9 inches. Constructed from Premium waxed canvas and leather it weighs 3.3 pounds and is available in Scout.