The main difference between the Timbuk2 Custom Alcatraz Laptop Backpack and the Samsonite Tectonic Lifestyle Crossfire Business Backpack is that the Custom Alcatraz Laptop Backpack has Sternum / Chest Straps (Adjustable chest strap) while the Tectonic Lifestyle Crossfire Business Backpack does not.
Specs | Brand | Timbuk2 | Samsonite |
Name | Custom Alcatraz Laptop Backpack | Tectonic Lifestyle Crossfire Business Backpack | |
Category | Laptop | Laptop | |
Sub Category | Work | Work | |
Capacity (L) | 18L | ||
Dimensions (in) | 13 x 6 x 20.1 | 6.25 x 12 x 17.7 | |
Weight (lb) | 2.2 | 2.0 | |
Fabric | Dyed Nylon | ||
Color | Green/Black | ||
Warranty | Lifetime Warranty | Samsonite Limited 3 Year Global Warranty | |
Rating | 4.7 | ||
Price | Under $150 | Under $100 | |
General Features | Shoulder Straps | J shape - adjustable padded strap | Padded shoulder straps |
Sternum / Chest Straps | Adjustable chest strap | ||
Zippers | Nylon zipper with metal pulls | Branded zipper pulls | |
Main Compartment Access | Normal top two way zip access | Normal zipped access | |
External Pockets | 2 front pocket, 2 side pockets | 3 zipped front pockets and 2 side pockets | |
Internal Compartments | Internal organizer for pens, phones, and other small stuff | Multiple interior pockets | |
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 | Dedicated, 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™ | |
Base / Bottom | Water resistant polyurethane coated bottom | ||
Hiking / Backpacking Features | Back Panel | Channeled air mesh ventilated back panel | Padded airmesh panels on back |
Timbuk2's Custom Alcatraz Laptop Backpack is a Laptop backpack with Work features while Samsonite's Tectonic Lifestyle Crossfire 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 Tectonic Lifestyle Crossfire Business Backpack's capacity is with a size of 6.25 x 12 x 17.7 inches. Constructed from Dyed Nylon it weighs 2.0 pounds and is available in Green/Black.
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