TIMBUK2 Parker Commuter Backpack vs TIMBUK2 Custom Prospect Backpack

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

TIMBUK2 Commuter Backpack - Front View
TIMBUK2 Custom Prospect Backpack - Front View
Specs Brand Timbuk2 Timbuk2
Name Commuter Parker Backpack Custom Prospect Backpack
Category Commuter Commuter
Sub Category Everyday Daypack
Capacity (L) 42L 22L
Dimensions (in) ‎11.81 x 5.51 x 20.47
Weight (lb) 4.9 2.4
Color Jet Black Army
Warranty Lifetime Warranty Lifetime Warranty
Release Date November 2, 2016
Rating 4.2
Price Under $250 Under $159
General Features Shoulder Straps J shape - adjustable padded strap Straight - 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
Main Compartment Access Doubled roll top loading Flap colosure
External Pockets 2 front zip pockets, 2 side pockets 2 side pockets, 1 front pocket
Internal Compartments Laptop sleeve Internal organizer for pens, phones, laptop sleeve,
Side Pockets 2 side pockets 2 side pockets
Water Bottle Yes Yes
Handles Top grab handle Top grab handle
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Padded; 15" laptop Padded
Organizer Pocket Internal organizer
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Padded Padded
Rain Cover Detachable rain cover

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


Timbuk2's Commuter Parker Backpack is a Commuter backpack with Everyday features while Timbuk2's Custom Prospect Backpack is a Commuter backpack with Daypack 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 Prospect Backpack's capacity is 22L with a size of inches. Constructed from it weighs 2.4 pounds and is available in Army.