TIMBUK2 Never Check Expandable Backpack vs Samsonite Pro Slim Backpack

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

TIMBUK2 Never Check Expandable Backpack - Front View
Samsonite Pro Slim Backpack Front View
Specs Brand Timbuk2 Samsonite
Name Never Check Expandable Backpack Pro Slim Backpack
Category Laptop Laptop
Sub Category Travel Travel
Capacity (L) 24.50L
Dimensions (in) 11.42 x 11.42 x 14.17 13.78 x 7.87 x 18.11
Weight (lb) 2.64 3.0
Fabric Nylon
Color Jet Black 2 colors and patterns
Warranty Lifetime Warranty Samsonite Limited 3 Year Global Warranty
Rating 4.6 4.0
Price Under $250 Under $200
General Features Shoulder Straps J shape - adjustable padded strap Padded 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 1 side pockets
Internal Compartments Laptop sleeve, mesh pocket Main compartment has organizational panel and pockets
Side Pockets 1 side pocket Side pockets can fit water bottle
Water Bottle Yes Yes
Handles Top grab handle Top grab handle
USB Charger Built-in USB charger
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Padded Padded laptop compartment fits up to 15. 6”
Tablet Sleeve Padded; 9.7" iPad Dedicated padded tablet sleeve
Organizer Pocket Front organizer pocket
Travel Features Luggage Straps / Trolley Sleeve SmartSleeve™
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Padded Fully padded back panel
Anti Theft Features RFID Blocking RFID blocking pocket

You're currently comparing the Never Check Expandable Backpack by Timbuk2 against the Pro Slim Backpack by Samsonite .


Timbuk2's Never Check Expandable Backpack is a Laptop backpack with Travel features while Samsonite 's Pro Slim 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 Pro Slim Backpack's capacity is with a size of 13.78 x 7.87 x 18.11 inches. Constructed from Nylon it weighs 3.0 pounds and is available in 2 colors and patterns.