TIMBUK2 Never Check Expandable Backpack vs Kroser 17” Laptop Backpack

The main difference between the Timbuk2 Never Check Expandable Backpack and the Kroser 17” Laptop Backpack is that the Never Check Expandable Backpack has Zippers (Weatherproof zippers) while the 17” Laptop Backpack does not.

TIMBUK2 Never Check Expandable Backpack - Front View
Kroser Laptop Backpack
Specs Brand Timbuk2 Kroser
Name Never Check Expandable Backpack 17” Laptop Backpack
Category Laptop Laptop
Sub Category Travel Travel
Capacity (L) 24.50L
Dimensions (in) 11.42 x 11.42 x 14.17 18.6 x 13.5 x 10.8
Weight (lb) 2.64 3.1
Fabric Water-Repellant Fabric
Color Jet Black Black
Warranty Lifetime Warranty Kroser 30 Days Return Policy
Release Date August 14, 2019
Rating 4.6 4.8
Price Under $250 Under $50
General Features Shoulder Straps J shape - adjustable padded strap Padded shoulder straps
Sternum / Chest Straps Adjustable chest strap Adjustable chest strap
Zippers Weatherproof zippers
Main Compartment Access Normal top two way zip access Normal zipped access
External Pockets 1 front zip pocket, 1 side pocket 3 zipped front pockets, 1 back pocket and 2 side pockets
Internal Compartments Laptop sleeve, mesh pocket Multi-compartment with several inner pockets
Side Pockets 1 side pocket Side pockets can fit water bottle
Water Bottle Yes Yes
Handles Top grab handle Sturdy top grab handle with steel cable
Loops and Attachments Daisy chains with carabiner hook on front panel
USB Charger Built-in USB charger
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Padded Separate laptop compartment fits up to 17"
Tablet Sleeve Padded; 9.7" iPad Dedicated tablet sleeve
Organizer Pocket Front utility pocket with organizer
Travel Features Compression Straps External side compression straps
Luggage Straps / Trolley Sleeve Luggage attachment panel secures it to a roller bag
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Padded Breathable padded back panel
Reflective Safety Strips Reflective stripe accents
Anti Theft Features Lockable Zippers Lockable zipper heads
RFID Blocking RFID pockets

You're currently comparing the Never Check Expandable Backpack by Timbuk2 against the 17” Laptop Backpack by Kroser .


Timbuk2's Never Check Expandable Backpack is a Laptop backpack with Travel features while Kroser 's 17” Laptop Backpack is a Laptop backpack with Travel features.

The Timbuk2 Never Check Expandable Backpack has a capacity of 24.50L (liters), weighs 2.64 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 11.42 x 11.42 x 14.17. It's made of and is available in Jet Black in comparison the Kroser 17” Laptop Backpack's capacity is with a size of 18.6 x 13.5 x 10.8 inches. Constructed from Water-Repellant Fabric it weighs 3.1 pounds and is available in Black.