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.
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 |
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.
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