TIMBUK2 Custom Alcatraz Laptop Backpack vs TIMBUK2 Authority Laptop Backpack Deluxe

The main difference between the Timbuk2 Custom Alcatraz Laptop Backpack and the Timbuk2 Authority Laptop Backpack Deluxe is that the Custom Alcatraz Laptop Backpack has Water Bottle (Yes) while the Authority Laptop Backpack Deluxe does not.

TIMBUK2 Custom Alcatraz Laptop Backpack - Front View
TIMBUK2 Authority Laptop Backpack Deluxe - Front View
Specs Brand Timbuk2 Timbuk2
Name Custom Alcatraz Laptop Backpack Authority Laptop Backpack Deluxe
Category Laptop Laptop
Sub Category Work Travel
Capacity (L) 18L 28L
Dimensions (in) 13 x 6 x 20.1 5.91 x 11.42 x 18.11
Weight (lb) 2.2 2.55
Fabric 100% recycled nylon
Color Eco Black Deluxe
Warranty Lifetime Warranty Lifetime Warranty
Rating 4.5
Price Under $150 Under $200
General Features Shoulder Straps J shape - adjustable padded strap J shape - adjustable padded strap
Sternum / Chest Straps Adjustable chest strap Adjustable chest strap
Zippers Nylon zipper with metal pulls Nylon zipper with metal and string pulls
Main Compartment Access Normal top two way zip access Normal top two way zip access
External Pockets 2 front pocket, 2 side pockets Front zip pocket, 1 side pocket
Internal Compartments Internal organizer for pens, phones, and other small stuff Laptop sleeve, organizer pockets
Side Pockets 2 side pockets 1 side pocket
Water Bottle 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; 17" laptop
Tablet Sleeve Padded
Organizer Pocket Internal organizer
Travel Features Compression Straps Compression straps let you cinch it all down tight for a clean look that can transition from client A to B and then bar X.
Luggage Straps / Trolley Sleeve Luggage pass-through
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Channeled air mesh ventilated back panel Airmesh ventilated back panel

You're currently comparing the Custom Alcatraz Laptop Backpack by Timbuk2 against the Authority Laptop Backpack Deluxe by Timbuk2.


Timbuk2's Custom Alcatraz Laptop Backpack is a Laptop backpack with Work features while Timbuk2's Authority Laptop Backpack Deluxe is a Laptop backpack with Travel 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 Timbuk2 Authority Laptop Backpack Deluxe's capacity is 28L with a size of 5.91 x 11.42 x 18.11 inches. Constructed from 100% recycled nylon it weighs 2.55 pounds and is available in Eco Black Deluxe.