TIMBUK2 Parker Commuter Backpack vs TIMBUK2 Never Check Expandable Backpack

The main difference between the Timbuk2 Commuter Parker Backpack and the Timbuk2 Never Check Expandable Backpack is that the Commuter Parker Backpack has Hip Belt / Waist Strap (Adjustable waist strap) while the Never Check Expandable Backpack does not.

TIMBUK2 Commuter Backpack - Front View
TIMBUK2 Never Check Expandable Backpack - Front View
Specs Brand Timbuk2 Timbuk2
Name Commuter Parker Backpack Never Check Expandable Backpack
Category Commuter Laptop
Sub Category Everyday Travel
Capacity (L) 42L 24.50L
Dimensions (in) ‎11.81 x 5.51 x 20.47 11.42 x 11.42 x 14.17
Weight (lb) 4.9 2.64
Color Jet Black Jet Black
Warranty Lifetime Warranty Lifetime Warranty
Release Date November 2, 2016
Rating 4.2 4.6
Price Under $250 Under $250
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 Weatherproof zippers
Main Compartment Access Doubled roll top loading Normal top two way zip access
External Pockets 2 front zip pockets, 2 side pockets 1 front zip pocket, 1 side pocket
Internal Compartments Laptop sleeve Laptop sleeve, mesh pocket
Side Pockets 2 side pockets 1 side pocket
Water Bottle Yes Yes
Handles Top grab handle Top grab handle
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Padded; 15" laptop Padded
Tablet Sleeve Padded; 9.7" iPad
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Padded Padded
Rain Cover Detachable rain cover

You're currently comparing the Commuter Parker Backpack by Timbuk2 against the Never Check Expandable Backpack by Timbuk2.


Timbuk2's Commuter Parker Backpack is a Commuter backpack with Everyday features while Timbuk2's Never Check Expandable Backpack 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 Never Check Expandable Backpack's capacity is 24.50L with a size of 11.42 x 11.42 x 14.17 inches. Constructed from it weighs 2.64 pounds and is available in Jet Black.