TIMBUK2 Custom Alcatraz Laptop Backpack vs TIMBUK2 Q Laptop Backpack 2.0

The main difference between the Timbuk2 Custom Alcatraz Laptop Backpack and the Timbuk2 Q Laptop Backpack 2.0 is that the Custom Alcatraz Laptop Backpack has Sternum / Chest Straps (Adjustable chest strap) while the Q Laptop Backpack 2.0 does not.

TIMBUK2 Custom Alcatraz Laptop Backpack - Front View
TIMBUK2 Q Laptop Backpack 2.0 - Front View
Specs Brand Timbuk2 Timbuk2
Name Custom Alcatraz Laptop Backpack Q Laptop Backpack 2.0
Category Laptop Laptop
Sub Category Work Work
Capacity (L) 18L 20L
Dimensions (in) 13 x 6 x 20.1
Weight (lb) 2.2 2.1
Fabric 100% recycled nylon
Color Eco Black
Warranty Lifetime Warranty Lifetime Warranty
Release Date July 9, 2019
Rating 3.3
Price Under $150 Under $150
General Features Shoulder Straps J shape - adjustable padded strap J shape - adjustable padded strap
Sternum / Chest Straps Adjustable chest strap
Zippers Nylon zipper with metal pulls Nylon zipper with 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 Bottom zip pocket, padded back pocket
Internal Compartments Internal organizer for pens, phones, and other small stuff Laptop sleeve, Large main compartment fits books, lunch, and a light jacket
Side Pockets 2 side pockets 1 side pocket
Water Bottle Yes Yes
Handles Top grab handle Top grab handle
Loops and Attachments Vista loop for attaching blinky bike lights On-strap bottle opener
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Padded; 17" MacBook Pro Padded; 17-inches laptop
Tablet Sleeve Padded
Travel Features Luggage Straps / Trolley Sleeve luggage pass-through
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Channeled air mesh ventilated back panel Air mesh back panel

You're currently comparing the Custom Alcatraz Laptop Backpack by Timbuk2 against the Q Laptop Backpack 2.0 by Timbuk2.


Timbuk2's Custom Alcatraz Laptop Backpack is a Laptop backpack with Work features while Timbuk2's Q Laptop Backpack 2.0 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 Timbuk2 Q Laptop Backpack 2.0's capacity is 20L with a size of inches. Constructed from 100% recycled nylon it weighs 2.1 pounds and is available in Eco Black.