TIMBUK2 Lane Commuter Backpack vs TIMBUK2 Q Laptop Backpack 2.0

The main difference between the Timbuk2 Lane Commuter Backpack and the Timbuk2 Q Laptop Backpack 2.0 is that the Lane Commuter Backpack has Sternum / Chest Straps (Adjustable chest strap) while the Q Laptop Backpack 2.0 does not.

TIMBUK2 Lane Commuter Backpack - Front View
TIMBUK2 Q Laptop Backpack 2.0 - Front View
Specs Brand Timbuk2 Timbuk2
Name Lane Commuter Backpack Q Laptop Backpack 2.0
Category Laptop Laptop
Sub Category Commuter Work
Capacity (L) 18L 20L
Dimensions (in) 5.91 x 10.83 x 17.72
Weight (lb) 2.4 2.1
Fabric 100% recycled nylon
Color Jet Black Eco Black
Warranty Lifetime Warranty Lifetime Warranty
Release Date July 9, 2019
Rating 4.2 3.3
Price Under $200 Under $150
General Features Shoulder Straps J shape - adjustable padded strap J shape - adjustable padded strap
Sternum / Chest Straps Adjustable chest strap
Water Proof / Water Resistant Ultra water-resistant drop liner
Zippers Nylon zipper with metal and string pulls Nylon zipper with string pulls
Main Compartment Access Normal top zip access Normal top two way zip access
External Pockets 2 front zip pockets, 2 side pockets Bottom zip pocket, padded back pocket
Internal Compartments Laptop sleeve Laptop sleeve, Large main compartment fits books, lunch, and a light jacket
Side Pockets 2 side pockets 1 side pocket
Water Bottle Yes Yes
Handles Top grab handle Top grab handle
Loops and Attachments On-strap bottle opener
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Padded; 15" laptops Padded; 17-inches laptop
Travel Features Luggage Straps / Trolley Sleeve luggage pass-through
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Padded Air mesh back panel
Rain Cover Removable, reflective rainfly

You're currently comparing the Lane Commuter Backpack by Timbuk2 against the Q Laptop Backpack 2.0 by Timbuk2.


Timbuk2's Lane Commuter Backpack is a Laptop backpack with Commuter features while Timbuk2's Q Laptop Backpack 2.0 is a Laptop backpack with Work 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 Timbuk2 Q Laptop Backpack 2.0's capacity is 20L with a size of inches. Constructed from 100% recycled nylon it weighs 2.1 pounds and is available in Eco Black.