TIMBUK2 Authority Laptop Backpack Deluxe vs TIMBUK2 Q Laptop Backpack 2.0

The main difference between the Timbuk2 Authority Laptop Backpack Deluxe and the Timbuk2 Q Laptop Backpack 2.0 is that the Authority Laptop Backpack Deluxe has Sternum / Chest Straps (Adjustable chest strap) while the Q Laptop Backpack 2.0 does not.

TIMBUK2 Authority Laptop Backpack Deluxe - Front View
TIMBUK2 Q Laptop Backpack 2.0 - Front View
Specs Brand Timbuk2 Timbuk2
Name Authority Laptop Backpack Deluxe Q Laptop Backpack 2.0
Category Laptop Laptop
Sub Category Travel Work
Capacity (L) 28L 20L
Dimensions (in) 5.91 x 11.42 x 18.11
Weight (lb) 2.55 2.1
Fabric 100% recycled nylon 100% recycled nylon
Color Eco Black Deluxe Eco Black
Warranty Lifetime Warranty Lifetime Warranty
Release Date July 9, 2019
Rating 4.5 3.3
Price Under $200 Under $150
General Features Shoulder Straps J shape - adjustable padded strap J shape - adjustable padded strap
Sternum / Chest Straps Adjustable chest strap
Zippers Nylon zipper with metal and string pulls Nylon zipper with string pulls
Main Compartment Access Normal top two way zip access Normal top two way zip access
External Pockets Front zip pocket, 1 side pocket Bottom zip pocket, padded back pocket
Internal Compartments Laptop sleeve, organizer pockets Laptop sleeve, Large main compartment fits books, lunch, and a light jacket
Side Pockets 1 side pocket 1 side pocket
Water Bottle Yes
Handles Top grab handle Top grab handle
Loops and Attachments On-strap bottle opener
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Padded; 17" laptop Padded; 17-inches 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 Air mesh back panel

You're currently comparing the Authority Laptop Backpack Deluxe by Timbuk2 against the Q Laptop Backpack 2.0 by Timbuk2.


Timbuk2's Authority Laptop Backpack Deluxe is a Laptop backpack with Travel features while Timbuk2's Q Laptop Backpack 2.0 is a Laptop backpack with Work 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 Q Laptop Backpack 2.0's capacity is 20L with a size of inches. Constructed from 100% recycled nylon it weighs 2.1 pounds and is available in Eco Black.