TIMBUK2 Parker Commuter Backpack vs TIMBUK2 Parkside Laptop Backpack 2.0

The main difference between the Timbuk2 Commuter Parker Backpack and the Timbuk2 Parkside Laptop Backpack 2.0 is that the Commuter Parker Backpack has Sternum / Chest Straps (Adjustable chest strap) while the Parkside Laptop Backpack 2.0 does not.

TIMBUK2 Commuter Backpack - Front View
TIMBUK2 Parkside Laptop Backpack 2.0 - Front View
Specs Brand Timbuk2 Timbuk2
Name Commuter Parker Backpack Parkside Laptop Backpack 2.0
Category Commuter Laptop
Sub Category Everyday Work
Capacity (L) 42L 24.50L
Dimensions (in) ‎11.81 x 5.51 x 20.47 11.02 x 4.72 x 18.11
Weight (lb) 4.9 1.5
Fabric 100% recycled nylon
Color Jet Black Eco Black
Warranty Lifetime Warranty Lifetime Warranty
Release Date November 2, 2016
Rating 4.2 4.5
Price Under $250 Under $100
General Features Shoulder Straps J shape - adjustable padded strap J shape - adjustable padded strap
Sternum / Chest Straps Adjustable chest strap
Hip Belt / Waist Strap Adjustable waist strap
Zippers Nylon zipper with metal pulls Nylon zipper with string pulls
Main Compartment Access Doubled roll top loading
External Pockets 2 front zip pockets, 2 side pockets Elasticized external side pocket, 1 front pocket
Internal Compartments Laptop sleeve Normal top two way zip access, laptop sleeve
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
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Padded Padded
Rain Cover Detachable rain cover

You're currently comparing the Commuter Parker Backpack by Timbuk2 against the Parkside Laptop Backpack 2.0 by Timbuk2.


Timbuk2's Commuter Parker Backpack is a Commuter backpack with Everyday features while Timbuk2's Parkside Laptop Backpack 2.0 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 Parkside Laptop Backpack 2.0's capacity is 24.50L with a size of 11.02 x 4.72 x 18.11 inches. Constructed from 100% recycled nylon it weighs 1.5 pounds and is available in Eco Black.