TIMBUK2 Custom Alcatraz Laptop Backpack vs Incase Compass Backpack with Flight Nylon

The main difference between the Timbuk2 Custom Alcatraz Laptop Backpack and the Incase Compass Backpack with Flight Nylon is that the Custom Alcatraz Laptop Backpack has Sternum / Chest Straps (Adjustable chest strap) while the Compass Backpack with Flight Nylon does not.

TIMBUK2 Custom Alcatraz Laptop Backpack - Front View
Incase Compass Backpack with Flight Nylon Front View
Specs Brand Timbuk2 Incase
Name Custom Alcatraz Laptop Backpack Compass Backpack with Flight Nylon
Category Laptop Work
Sub Category Work Laptop
Capacity (L) 18L 24L
Dimensions (in) 13 x 6 x 20.1 15.08 x 2.08 x 19.08
Weight (lb) 2.2
Fabric Polyamide
Color Black
Warranty Lifetime Warranty Incase 1 Year Limited Warranty
Release Date August 20, 2021
Rating 3.7
Price Under $150 Under $125
General Features Shoulder Straps J shape - adjustable padded strap Adjustable shoulder straps
Sternum / Chest Straps Adjustable chest strap
Zippers Nylon zipper with metal pulls
Main Compartment Access Normal top two way zip access Normal zipped access
External Pockets 2 front pocket, 2 side pockets 2 zipped front pocket, and 1 top zipped pocket
Internal Compartments Internal organizer for pens, phones, and other small stuff
Side Pockets 2 side pockets Side pockets can fit accessories
Water Bottle Yes No
Handles Top grab handle Top grab handle
Loops and Attachments Vista loop for attaching blinky bike lights
Lightweight Yes
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Padded; 17" MacBook Pro Laptop compartment fits up to 15"
Tablet Sleeve Padded
Organizer Pocket Front utility pocket with organizer
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Channeled air mesh ventilated back panel

You're currently comparing the Custom Alcatraz Laptop Backpack by Timbuk2 against the Compass Backpack with Flight Nylon by Incase.


Timbuk2's Custom Alcatraz Laptop Backpack is a Laptop backpack with Work features while Incase's Compass Backpack with Flight Nylon is a Work backpack with Laptop 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 Incase Compass Backpack with Flight Nylon's capacity is 24L with a size of 15.08 x 2.08 x 19.08 inches. Constructed from Polyamide it weighs pounds and is available in Black.