TIMBUK2 Custom Alcatraz Laptop Backpack vs Samsonite Kombi Business Backpack

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

TIMBUK2 Custom Alcatraz Laptop Backpack - Front View
Samsonite Kombi Business Backpack Front View
Specs Brand Timbuk2 Samsonite
Name Custom Alcatraz Laptop Backpack Kombi Business Backpack
Category Laptop Laptop
Sub Category Work Work
Capacity (L) 18L
Dimensions (in) 13 x 6 x 20.1 7 x 12 x 17.5
Weight (lb) 2.2 2.45
Fabric Ballistic Nylon with Genuine Leather Details
Color Black/Brown
Warranty Lifetime Warranty Samsonite Limited 3 Year Global Warranty
Rating 4.7
Price Under $150 Under $175
General Features Shoulder Straps J shape - adjustable padded strap Padded 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 3 zipped front and 2 side pockets
Internal Compartments Internal organizer for pens, phones, and other small stuff Main compartment has gusseted pocket for laptop or files
Side Pockets 2 side pockets Side pockets can fit water bottle and umbrella
Water Bottle Yes Yes
Handles Top grab handle Padded top grab handle
Loops and Attachments Vista loop for attaching blinky bike lights
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Padded; 17" MacBook Pro Padded laptop compartment fits up to 15.6"
Tablet Sleeve Padded Tablet pocket
Organizer Pocket Front organizer pocket
Travel Features Luggage Straps / Trolley Sleeve SmartSleeve™
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Channeled air mesh ventilated back panel Air mesh padded back

You're currently comparing the Custom Alcatraz Laptop Backpack by Timbuk2 against the Kombi Business Backpack by Samsonite.


Timbuk2's Custom Alcatraz Laptop Backpack is a Laptop backpack with Work features while Samsonite's Kombi Business Backpack 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 Samsonite Kombi Business Backpack's capacity is with a size of 7 x 12 x 17.5 inches. Constructed from Ballistic Nylon with Genuine Leather Details it weighs 2.45 pounds and is available in Black/Brown.