TIMBUK2 Foundry Pack Backpack vs TIMBUK2 Vapor Convertible Tote Backpack

The main difference between the Timbuk2 Foundry Pack Backpack and the Timbuk2 Vapor Convertible Tote Backpack is that the Foundry Pack Backpack has Zippers (Nylon zipper with metal pulls) while the Vapor Convertible Tote Backpack does not.

TIMBUK2 Foundry Pack Backpack - Front View
TIMBUK2 Vapor Convertible Tote Backpack - Front View
Specs Brand Timbuk2 Timbuk2
Name Foundry Pack Backpack Vapor Convertible Tote Backpack
Category Leather Laptop
Sub Category Commuter Work
Capacity (L) 18L
Dimensions (in) ‎5.12 x 13.39 x 18.9 11.81 x 4.33 x 17.32
Weight (lb) 3.3 1.48
Fabric Premium waxed canvas and leather 100% recycled nylon and polyester
Color Scout Jet Black
Warranty Lifetime Warranty Lifetime Warranty
Release Date February 1, 2019
Rating 4.4 4.2
Price Under $250 Under $150
General Features Shoulder Straps Straight - adjustable padded strap Tuckable tote straps when wearing as a backpack; tuckable shoulder straps when carrying as a tote
Zippers Nylon zipper with metal pulls
Main Compartment Access Secure, silent magnetic closures Normal top zip access
External Pockets 1 front pocket, 2 side pockets Nylon zipper with webbing pulls
Internal Compartments Laptop sleeve, Internal organizer for pens, phones, and other small stuff Laptop sleeve, Interior dual slip, scratch-free, tricot-lined pockets
Side Pockets 2 side pockets
Water Bottle Yes
Handles Top grab handle Two webbing top handles
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Padded; 15" laptop Padded laptop sleeve fits most 15" laptops/tablets
Tablet Sleeve Padded
Travel Features Luggage Straps / Trolley Sleeve Luggage pass-through
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Padded Padded

You're currently comparing the Foundry Pack Backpack by Timbuk2 against the Vapor Convertible Tote Backpack by Timbuk2.


Timbuk2's Foundry Pack Backpack is a Leather backpack with Commuter features while Timbuk2's Vapor Convertible Tote Backpack is a Laptop backpack with Work 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 Vapor Convertible Tote Backpack's capacity is with a size of 11.81 x 4.33 x 17.32 inches. Constructed from 100% recycled nylon and polyester it weighs 1.48 pounds and is available in Jet Black.