TIMBUK2 Custom Alcatraz Laptop Backpack vs Bellroy Melbourne Backpack Compact

The main difference between the Timbuk2 Custom Alcatraz Laptop Backpack and the Bellroy Melbourne Backpack Compact is that the Custom Alcatraz Laptop Backpack has Sternum / Chest Straps (Adjustable chest strap) while the Melbourne Backpack Compact does not.

TIMBUK2 Custom Alcatraz Laptop Backpack - Front View
Specs Brand Timbuk2 Bellroy
Name Custom Alcatraz Laptop Backpack Melbourne Backpack Compact
Category Laptop Laptop
Sub Category Work Work
Capacity (L) 18L 12L
Dimensions (in) 13 x 6 x 20.1 11.02 x 6.3 x 15.75
Weight (lb) 2.2 1.54
Fabric This bag features durable, water-resistant woven fabric, made from recycled materials.
Color Limestone
Warranty Lifetime Warranty 3 year warranty
Release Date December 13, 2020
Rating 3.6
Price Under $150 Under $100
General Features Shoulder Straps J shape - adjustable padded strap Contoured adjustable shoulder straps
Sternum / Chest Straps Adjustable chest strap
Zippers Nylon zipper with metal pulls Nylon zipper with rubber pulls
Main Compartment Access Normal top two way zip access Fold-top for easy, one-handed access
External Pockets 2 front pocket, 2 side pockets 2 external pockets
Internal Compartments Internal organizer for pens, phones, and other small stuff Interior side wall pockets, and A5 document slip pocket
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; 17" MacBook Pro Padded; 13” laptop
Tablet Sleeve Padded
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Channeled air mesh ventilated back panel Padded

You're currently comparing the Custom Alcatraz Laptop Backpack by Timbuk2 against the Melbourne Backpack Compact by Bellroy .


Timbuk2's Custom Alcatraz Laptop Backpack is a Laptop backpack with Work features while Bellroy 's Melbourne Backpack Compact is a Laptop backpack with Work features.

The Timbuk2 Custom Alcatraz Laptop Backpack has a capacity of 18L (liters), weighs 2.2 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 13 x 6 x 20.1 . It's made of and is available in in comparison the Bellroy Melbourne Backpack Compact's capacity is 12L with a size of 11.02 x 6.3 x 15.75 inches. Constructed from This bag features durable, water-resistant woven fabric, made from recycled materials. it weighs 1.54 pounds and is available in Limestone.