TIMBUK2 Custom Alcatraz Laptop Backpack vs TIMBUK2 Vert Backpack

The main difference between the Timbuk2 Custom Alcatraz Laptop Backpack and the TIMBUK2 Vert Backpack is that the Custom Alcatraz Laptop Backpack has Internal Compartments (Internal organizer for pens, phones, and other small stuff) while the Vert Backpack does not.

TIMBUK2 Custom Alcatraz Laptop Backpack - Front View
TIMBUK2 Vert Backpack Front View
Specs Brand Timbuk2 TIMBUK2
Name Custom Alcatraz Laptop Backpack Vert Backpack
Category Laptop Sports
Sub Category Work Skateboard
Capacity (L) 18L 19L
Dimensions (in) 13 x 6 x 20.1 12.2 x 6.3 x 19.3
Weight (lb) 2.2 2.4
Fabric 1830D Cordura Canvas
Color 3 colors and patterns
Warranty Lifetime Warranty TIMBUK2 Lifetime Warranty
Release Date August 16, 2018
Rating 4.5
Price Under $150 Under $175
General Features Shoulder Straps J shape - adjustable padded strap Padded adjustable shoulder straps
Sternum / Chest Straps Adjustable chest strap Removable sternum strap
Zippers Nylon zipper with metal pulls YKK zippers
Main Compartment Access Normal top two way zip access Normal zipped access
External Pockets 2 front pocket, 2 side pockets 2 zipped front pockets and 2 side pockets
Internal Compartments Internal organizer for pens, phones, and other small stuff
Side Pockets 2 side pockets Side pockets can fit water bottle
Water Bottle Yes Yes
Handles Top grab handle Top grab handle
Loops and Attachments Vista loop for attaching blinky bike lights Front tension straps for skateboard or yoga mat, hex shape beer tikki bottle opener, vista loop for attaching bike lights
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Padded; 17" MacBook Pro Padded laptop compartment fits up to 17"
Tablet Sleeve Padded
Organizer Pocket Front utility pocket with organizer
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Channeled air mesh ventilated back panel
Ventilated Back Ventilated back panel

You're currently comparing the Custom Alcatraz Laptop Backpack by Timbuk2 against the Vert Backpack by TIMBUK2 .


Timbuk2's Custom Alcatraz Laptop Backpack is a Laptop backpack with Work features while TIMBUK2 's Vert Backpack is a Sports backpack with Skateboard 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 Vert Backpack's capacity is 19L with a size of 12.2 x 6.3 x 19.3 inches. Constructed from 1830D Cordura Canvas it weighs 2.4 pounds and is available in 3 colors and patterns.