TIMBUK2 Authority Laptop Backpack Deluxe vs TIMBUK2 Spire Laptop Backpack 2.0

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.

TIMBUK2 Authority Laptop Backpack Deluxe - Front View
TIMBUK2 Spire Laptop Backpack 2.0 - Front View
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

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


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.