TIMBUK2 Custom Mini Prospect Backpack vs Kipling Paola Metallic Backpack

The main difference between the Timbuk2 Custom Mini Prospect Backpack and the Kipling Paola Metallic Backpack is that the Custom Mini Prospect Backpack has Water Proof / Water Resistant (Waterproof) while the Paola Metallic Backpack does not.

TIMBUK2 Custom Mini Prospect Backpack - Front View
Kipling Paola Metallic Backpack - Front View
Specs Brand Timbuk2 Kipling
Name Custom Mini Prospect Backpack Paola Metallic Backpack
Category Mini Mini
Sub Category Womens Womens
Capacity (L) 13L 6L
Dimensions (in) 10.2 x 5.12 x 15.7 8.7 x11.25 x 4
Weight (lb) 1.5 0.73
Fabric Cordura Canvas Nylon
Color Pink Gold Charm Metallic
Warranty Lifetime Warranty
Price Under $150 Under $100
General Features Shoulder Straps J shape - adjustable padded strap Adjustable straps
Water Proof / Water Resistant Waterproof
Zippers Metal zippers with logo
Main Compartment Access Flap closure for quick access or roll-top for expandable volume
External Pockets 1 side pockets, front pocket for keys, wallet, sunglasses or other small items 1 front pocket
Internal Compartments Laptop sleeve, Internal organizer for pens, phones, and other small stuff 1 anti thief pocket
Side Pockets 2 side pockets
Water Bottle Yes
Handles Top grab handle Top grab handle
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Padded; 13" MacBook Air
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Padded
Other Features Other Features Comes with monkey keychain

You're currently comparing the Custom Mini Prospect Backpack by Timbuk2 against the Paola Metallic Backpack by Kipling.


Timbuk2's Custom Mini Prospect Backpack is a Mini backpack with Womens features while Kipling's Paola Metallic Backpack is a Mini backpack with Womens features.

The Timbuk2 Custom Mini Prospect Backpack has a capacity of 13L (liters), weighs 1.5 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 10.2 x 5.12 x 15.7. It's made of Cordura Canvas and is available in Pink in comparison the Kipling Paola Metallic Backpack's capacity is 6L with a size of 8.7 x11.25 x 4 inches. Constructed from Nylon it weighs 0.73 pounds and is available in Gold Charm Metallic.