TIMBUK2 Foundry Pack Backpack vs TIMBUK2 Authority Laptop Backpack Deluxe

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

TIMBUK2 Foundry Pack Backpack - Front View
TIMBUK2 Authority Laptop Backpack Deluxe - Front View
Specs Brand Timbuk2 Timbuk2
Name Foundry Pack Backpack Authority Laptop Backpack Deluxe
Category Leather Laptop
Sub Category Commuter Travel
Capacity (L) 18L 28L
Dimensions (in) ‎5.12 x 13.39 x 18.9 5.91 x 11.42 x 18.11
Weight (lb) 3.3 2.55
Fabric Premium waxed canvas and leather 100% recycled nylon
Color Scout Eco Black Deluxe
Warranty Lifetime Warranty Lifetime Warranty
Release Date February 1, 2019
Rating 4.4 4.5
Price Under $250 Under $200
General Features Shoulder Straps Straight - adjustable padded strap J shape - adjustable padded strap
Sternum / Chest Straps Adjustable chest strap
Zippers Nylon zipper with metal pulls Nylon zipper with metal and string pulls
Main Compartment Access Secure, silent magnetic closures Normal top two way zip access
External Pockets 1 front pocket, 2 side pockets Front zip pocket, 1 side pocket
Internal Compartments Laptop sleeve, 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
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 Luggage pass-through
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Padded Airmesh ventilated back panel

You're currently comparing the Foundry Pack Backpack by Timbuk2 against the Authority Laptop Backpack Deluxe by Timbuk2.


Timbuk2's Foundry Pack Backpack is a Leather backpack with Commuter features while Timbuk2's Authority Laptop Backpack Deluxe is a Laptop backpack with Travel features.

The Timbuk2 Foundry Pack Backpack has a capacity of 18L (liters), weighs 3.3 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are ‎5.12 x 13.39 x 18.9. It's made of Premium waxed canvas and leather and is available in Scout 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.