TIMBUK2 Parker Commuter Backpack vs TIMBUK2 Authority Laptop Backpack Deluxe

The main difference between the Timbuk2 Commuter Parker Backpack and the Timbuk2 Authority Laptop Backpack Deluxe is that the Commuter Parker Backpack has Hip Belt / Waist Strap (Adjustable waist strap) while the Authority Laptop Backpack Deluxe does not.

TIMBUK2 Commuter Backpack - Front View
TIMBUK2 Authority Laptop Backpack Deluxe - Front View
Specs Brand Timbuk2 Timbuk2
Name Commuter Parker Backpack Authority Laptop Backpack Deluxe
Category Commuter Laptop
Sub Category Everyday Travel
Capacity (L) 42L 28L
Dimensions (in) ‎11.81 x 5.51 x 20.47 5.91 x 11.42 x 18.11
Weight (lb) 4.9 2.55
Fabric 100% recycled nylon
Color Jet Black Eco Black Deluxe
Warranty Lifetime Warranty Lifetime Warranty
Release Date November 2, 2016
Rating 4.2 4.5
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 metal and string pulls
Main Compartment Access Doubled roll top loading Normal top two way zip access
External Pockets 2 front zip pockets, 2 side pockets Front zip pocket, 1 side pocket
Internal Compartments Laptop sleeve Laptop sleeve, organizer pockets
Side Pockets 2 side pockets 1 side pocket
Water Bottle Yes
Handles Top grab handle Top grab handle
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Padded; 15" laptop Padded; 17" 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
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Padded Airmesh ventilated back panel
Rain Cover Detachable rain cover

You're currently comparing the Commuter Parker Backpack by Timbuk2 against the Authority Laptop Backpack Deluxe by Timbuk2.


Timbuk2's Commuter Parker Backpack is a Commuter backpack with Everyday features while Timbuk2's Authority Laptop Backpack Deluxe is a Laptop backpack with Travel 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 Timbuk2 Authority Laptop Backpack Deluxe's capacity is 28L with a size of 5.91 x 11.42 x 18.11 inches. Constructed from 100% recycled nylon it weighs 2.55 pounds and is available in Eco Black Deluxe.