TIMBUK2 Lane Commuter Backpack vs KeySmart Urban Union 21 Commuter Backpack

The main difference between the Timbuk2 Lane Commuter Backpack and the KeySmart Urban Union 21 Commuter Backpack is that the Lane Commuter Backpack has Rain Cover (Removable, reflective rainfly) while the Urban Union 21 Commuter Backpack does not.

TIMBUK2 Lane Commuter Backpack - Front View
KeySmart Urban Union 21 Commuter Backpack Front View
Specs Brand Timbuk2 KeySmart
Name Lane Commuter Backpack Urban Union 21 Commuter Backpack
Category Laptop Commuter
Sub Category Commuter Laptop
Capacity (L) 18L
Dimensions (in) 5.91 x 10.83 x 17.72 21.7 x 11.4
Weight (lb) 2.4
Fabric 400D Ripstop Nylon
Color Jet Black 2 colors and patterns
Warranty Lifetime Warranty KeySmart 2 Year Warranty
Release Date November 30, 2018
Rating 4.2 4.7
Price Under $200 Under $300
General Features Shoulder Straps J shape - adjustable padded strap Comfort foam shoulder straps
Sternum / Chest Straps Adjustable chest strap Self-adjusting front strap
Water Proof / Water Resistant Ultra water-resistant drop liner Water-resistant material
Zippers Nylon zipper with metal and string pulls Quick-pull zipper
Main Compartment Access Normal top zip access Normal zipped access
External Pockets 2 front zip pockets, 2 side pockets 1 zipped front pocket, hard-shell top pocket, secret bottom pocket, and 2 side pockets
Internal Compartments Laptop sleeve Multiple interior pockets
Side Pockets 2 side pockets Side pockets can fit water bottle
Water Bottle Yes Yes
Handles Top grab handle Top handle
Loops and Attachments Magnetic fidlock clasps
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Padded; 15" laptops Padded laptop pocket fits up to 15"
Organizer Pocket Top organizer pocket
Travel Features Luggage Straps / Trolley Sleeve Suitcase pass through sleeve
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Padded HexBreathe™ back pad
Rain Cover Removable, reflective rainfly
Anti Theft Features Hidden Pocket Super secret back pocket
RFID Blocking RFID blocking pocket with micro fiber fleece

You're currently comparing the Lane Commuter Backpack by Timbuk2 against the Urban Union 21 Commuter Backpack by KeySmart .


Timbuk2's Lane Commuter Backpack is a Laptop backpack with Commuter features while KeySmart 's Urban Union 21 Commuter Backpack is a Commuter backpack with Laptop features.

The Timbuk2 Lane Commuter Backpack has a capacity of 18L (liters), weighs 2.4 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 5.91 x 10.83 x 17.72. It's made of and is available in Jet Black in comparison the KeySmart Urban Union 21 Commuter Backpack's capacity is with a size of 21.7 x 11.4 inches. Constructed from 400D Ripstop Nylon it weighs pounds and is available in 2 colors and patterns.