TIMBUK2 Parker Commuter Backpack vs TIMBUK2 Custom Alcatraz Laptop Backpack

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

TIMBUK2 Commuter Backpack - Front View
TIMBUK2 Custom Alcatraz Laptop Backpack - Front View
Specs Brand Timbuk2 Timbuk2
Name Commuter Parker Backpack Custom Alcatraz Laptop Backpack
Category Commuter Laptop
Sub Category Everyday Work
Capacity (L) 42L 18L
Dimensions (in) ‎11.81 x 5.51 x 20.47 13 x 6 x 20.1
Weight (lb) 4.9 2.2
Color Jet Black
Warranty Lifetime Warranty Lifetime Warranty
Release Date November 2, 2016
Rating 4.2
Price Under $250 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
Hip Belt / Waist Strap Adjustable waist strap
Zippers Nylon zipper with metal pulls Nylon zipper with metal pulls
Main Compartment Access Doubled roll top loading Normal top two way zip access
External Pockets 2 front zip pockets, 2 side pockets 2 front pocket, 2 side pockets
Internal Compartments Laptop sleeve Internal organizer for pens, phones, and other small stuff
Side Pockets 2 side pockets 2 side pockets
Water Bottle Yes Yes
Handles Top grab handle Top grab handle
Loops and Attachments Vista loop for attaching blinky bike lights
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Padded; 15" laptop Padded; 17" MacBook Pro
Tablet Sleeve Padded
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Padded Channeled air mesh ventilated back panel
Rain Cover Detachable rain cover

You're currently comparing the Commuter Parker Backpack by Timbuk2 against the Custom Alcatraz Laptop Backpack by Timbuk2.


Timbuk2's Commuter Parker Backpack is a Commuter backpack with Everyday features while Timbuk2's Custom Alcatraz Laptop Backpack is a Laptop backpack with Work 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 Custom Alcatraz Laptop Backpack's capacity is 18L with a size of 13 x 6 x 20.1 inches. Constructed from it weighs 2.2 pounds and is available in .