TIMBUK2 Never Check Expandable Backpack vs Samsonite Modern Utility Travel Backpack

The main difference between the Timbuk2 Never Check Expandable Backpack and the Samsonite Modern Utility Travel Backpack is that the Never Check Expandable Backpack has Sternum / Chest Straps (Adjustable chest strap) while the Modern Utility Travel Backpack does not.

TIMBUK2 Never Check Expandable Backpack - Front View
Samsonite Modern Utility Travel Backpack Front View
Specs Brand Timbuk2 Samsonite
Name Never Check Expandable Backpack Modern Utility Travel Backpack
Category Laptop Laptop
Sub Category Travel Travel
Capacity (L) 24.50L
Dimensions (in) 11.42 x 11.42 x 14.17 11.42 x 6.69 x 19.69
Weight (lb) 2.64 2.0
Fabric Two-tone Polyester
Color Jet Black Charcoal Heather
Warranty Lifetime Warranty Samsonite Limited 3 Year Global Warranty
Rating 4.6 4.6
Price Under $250 Under $150
General Features Shoulder Straps J shape - adjustable padded strap S-curve ergonomic shoulder straps
Sternum / Chest Straps Adjustable chest strap
Zippers Weatherproof zippers
Main Compartment Access Normal top two way zip access Clamshell
External Pockets 1 front zip pocket, 1 side pocket 2 zipped front pockets and 2 side pockets
Internal Compartments Laptop sleeve, mesh pocket Roomy main compartment with interior zipped mesh pockets
Side Pockets 1 side pocket Side pockets can fit water bottle
Water Bottle Yes Yes
Handles Top grab handle Top and front grab handles
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Padded Padded laptop compartment fits up to 17"
Tablet Sleeve Padded; 9.7" iPad Tablet pocket
Travel Features Compression Straps Internal compression straps
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Padded Padded airmesh panels on back
Gym / Sports Features Shoe Compartment Dedicated footwear compartment

You're currently comparing the Never Check Expandable Backpack by Timbuk2 against the Modern Utility Travel Backpack by Samsonite.


Timbuk2's Never Check Expandable Backpack is a Laptop backpack with Travel features while Samsonite's Modern Utility Travel 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 Samsonite Modern Utility Travel Backpack's capacity is with a size of 11.42 x 6.69 x 19.69 inches. Constructed from Two-tone Polyester it weighs 2.0 pounds and is available in Charcoal Heather.