TIMBUK2 Custom Tuck Backpack vs TIMBUK2 Authority Laptop Backpack Deluxe

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

TIMBUK2 Custom Tuck Backpack - Front View
TIMBUK2 Authority Laptop Backpack Deluxe - Front View
Specs Brand Timbuk2 Timbuk2
Name Custom Tuck Backpack Authority Laptop Backpack Deluxe
Category Laptop Laptop
Sub Category Work Travel
Capacity (L) 23L 28L
Dimensions (in) 10.4 x 5.51 x 17.9 5.91 x 11.42 x 18.11
Weight (lb) 1.6 2.55
Fabric 100% recycled nylon
Color Jet Black Eco Black Deluxe
Warranty Lifetime Warranty Lifetime Warranty
Rating 4.5
Price Under $100 Under $200
General Features Shoulder Straps J shape - adjustable padded strap J shape - adjustable padded strap
Sternum / Chest Straps Adjustable chest strap
Zippers Nylon zipper with webbing pulls Nylon zipper with metal and string pulls
Main Compartment Access Rolltop opening and Rear zip offers entry to main pocket without opening the flap Normal top two way zip access
External Pockets 2 side slip-pockets Front zip pocket, 1 side pocket
Internal Compartments Laptop sleeve Laptop sleeve, organizer pockets
Side Pockets 2 side slip-pockets 1 side pocket
Water Bottle Yes
Handles Top grab handle Top grab handle
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Padded; 15'' laptop Padded; 17" laptop
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 Padded Airmesh ventilated back panel

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


Timbuk2's Custom Tuck 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 Tuck Backpack has a capacity of 23L (liters), weighs 1.6 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 10.4 x 5.51 x 17.9. It's made of and is available in Jet Black 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.