The main difference between the Timbuk2 Authority Laptop Backpack Deluxe and the Timbuk2 Spire Laptop Backpack 2.0 is that the Authority Laptop Backpack Deluxe has Organizer Pocket (Internal organizer) while the Spire Laptop Backpack 2.0 does not.
Specs | Brand | Timbuk2 | Timbuk2 |
Name | Authority Laptop Backpack Deluxe | Spire Laptop Backpack 2.0 | |
Category | Laptop | Laptop | |
Sub Category | Travel | Work | |
Capacity (L) | 28L | 26L | |
Dimensions (in) | 5.91 x 11.42 x 18.11 | 5.91 x 11.81 x 19.69 | |
Weight (lb) | 2.55 | 2.0 | |
Fabric | 100% recycled nylon | ||
Color | Eco Black Deluxe | Jet Black | |
Warranty | Lifetime Warranty | Lifetime Warranty | |
Release Date | April 21, 2020 | ||
Rating | 4.5 | 4.6 | |
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 | Adjustable chest strap | |
Water Proof / Water Resistant | Water-resistant | ||
Zippers | Nylon zipper with metal and string pulls | Nylon zipper with string pulls | |
Main Compartment Access | Normal top two way zip access | Flap with buckle | |
External Pockets | Front zip pocket, 1 side pocket | Side stretch pocket, Napoleon pocket under front flap | |
Internal Compartments | Laptop sleeve, organizer pockets | Laptop sleeve, tablet sleeve, | |
Side Pockets | 1 side pocket | Side stretch pocket | |
Water Bottle | Yes | ||
Handles | Top grab handle | Top grab handle | |
Loops and Attachments | Front daisy chain | ||
Business & School Features | Laptop Sleeve | Padded; 17" laptop | Padded; 15" to 17" laptops |
Tablet Sleeve | Padded; 15" to 17" tablet | ||
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 | ||
Hiking / Backpacking Features | Back Panel | Airmesh ventilated back panel | Padded |
Timbuk2's Authority Laptop Backpack Deluxe is a Laptop backpack with Travel features while Timbuk2's Spire 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 Spire Laptop Backpack 2.0's capacity is 26L with a size of 5.91 x 11.81 x 19.69 inches. Constructed from it weighs 2.0 pounds and is available in Jet Black.
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