TIMBUK2 Impulse Travel Backpack Duffel Backpack vs Bellroy Transit Backpack

The main difference between the Timbuk2 Impulse Travel Backpack Duffel Backpack and the Bellroy Transit Backpack is that the Impulse Travel Backpack Duffel Backpack has Hip Belt / Waist Strap (Adjustable waist straps with mini pockets for small items) while the Transit Backpack does not.

TIMBUK2 Impulse Travel Backpack Duffel Backpack - Front View
Bellroy Transit Backpack Front View
Specs Brand Timbuk2 Bellroy
Name Impulse Travel Backpack Duffel Backpack Transit Backpack
Category Carry On Carry On
Sub Category Travel Travel
Capacity (L) 45L 28L
Dimensions (in) 20.47 x 5.51 x 14.96
Weight (lb) 3.7 2.4
Fabric Recycled Materials, Premium Leather
Color Jet Black 2 colors and patterns
Warranty Lifetime Warranty Bellroy 3 Year Warranty
Release Date July 9, 2019 ‎September 8, 2020
Rating 3.3 4.7
Price Under $200 Under $250
General Features Shoulder Straps Adjustable and tuckable backpack straps Padded shoulder straps
Sternum / Chest Straps Adjustable chest strap Sternum strap
Hip Belt / Waist Strap Adjustable waist straps with mini pockets for small items
Water Proof / Water Resistant Water-resistant material
Zippers Nylon zipper with string pulls
Main Compartment Access Clamshell opening Clamshell
External Pockets 1 side pocket Soft-lined sunglasses pocket, front pocket with key clip and side pocket
Internal Compartments Laptop sleeve Roomy main compartment with several pockets
Side Pockets 1 side pocket Side pocket can fit water bottle
Water Bottle Yes
Handles Top grab handle Top grab handle
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Padded; 17" laptop Quick access laptop compartment fits up to 16”
Travel Features Carry-on Size Compliant Fits the airlines carry-on sizer and planes overhead bin Meets carry-on size restrictions
Compression Straps Internal compression straps Internal compression straps
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Padded Contoured back panel

You're currently comparing the Impulse Travel Backpack Duffel Backpack by Timbuk2 against the Transit Backpack by Bellroy.


Timbuk2's Impulse Travel Backpack Duffel Backpack is a Carry On backpack with Travel features while Bellroy's Transit Backpack is a Carry On backpack with Travel features.

The Timbuk2 Impulse Travel Backpack Duffel Backpack has a capacity of 45L (liters), weighs 3.7 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are . It's made of and is available in Jet Black in comparison the Bellroy Transit Backpack's capacity is 28L with a size of 20.47 x 5.51 x 14.96 inches. Constructed from Recycled Materials, Premium Leather it weighs 2.4 pounds and is available in 2 colors and patterns.