TIMBUK2 Parker Commuter Backpack vs Carhartt 40L Nylon Roll-Top Backpack

The main difference between the Timbuk2 Commuter Parker Backpack and the Carhartt 40L Nylon Roll-Top Backpack is that the Commuter Parker Backpack has Hip Belt / Waist Strap (Adjustable waist strap) while the 40L Nylon Roll-Top Backpack does not.

TIMBUK2 Commuter Backpack - Front View
Carhartt 40L Nylon Roll-Top Backpack - Front View
Specs Brand Timbuk2 Carhartt
Name Commuter Parker Backpack 40L Nylon Roll-Top Backpack
Category Commuter Everyday
Sub Category Everyday Commuter
Capacity (L) 42L 40L
Dimensions (in) ‎11.81 x 5.51 x 20.47 13 X 19.5 X 8
Weight (lb) 4.9
Fabric Heavy-duty, 700-denier nylon
Color Jet Black Carhartt Brown
Warranty Lifetime Warranty
Release Date November 2, 2016
Rating 4.2
Price Under $250 Under $200
General Features Shoulder Straps J shape - adjustable padded strap J shape - adjustable padded strap
Sternum / Chest Straps Adjustable chest strap Adjustable chest strap
Hip Belt / Waist Strap Adjustable waist strap
Zippers Nylon zipper with metal pulls Nylon zipper with string and plastic pulls
Main Compartment Access Doubled roll top loading Rolltop opening, side access
External Pockets 2 front zip pockets, 2 side pockets Front zippered pocket with pen sleeves, secure passport pocket
Internal Compartments Laptop sleeve Laptop sleeve, mesh pocket,
Side Pockets 2 side pockets 2 side pockets
Water Bottle Yes Yes
Handles Top grab handle Top grab handle
Loops and Attachments Bottom straps, 2 rows of M.O.L.L.E strap
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Padded; 15" laptop Padded; 17" laptop
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Padded Padded
Rain Cover Detachable rain cover

You're currently comparing the Commuter Parker Backpack by Timbuk2 against the 40L Nylon Roll-Top Backpack by Carhartt.


Timbuk2's Commuter Parker Backpack is a Commuter backpack with Everyday features while Carhartt's 40L Nylon Roll-Top Backpack is a Everyday backpack with Commuter features.

The Timbuk2 Commuter Parker Backpack has a capacity of 42L (liters), weighs 4.9 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are ‎11.81 x 5.51 x 20.47. It's made of and is available in Jet Black in comparison the Carhartt 40L Nylon Roll-Top Backpack's capacity is 40L with a size of 13 X 19.5 X 8 inches. Constructed from Heavy-duty, 700-denier nylon it weighs pounds and is available in Carhartt Brown.