TIMBUK2 Never Check Expandable Backpack vs TIMBUK2 Parker Commuter Backpack

The main difference between the Timbuk2 Never Check Expandable Backpack and the Timbuk2 Commuter Parker Backpack is that the Never Check Expandable Backpack has Tablet Sleeve (Padded; 9.7" iPad) while the Commuter Parker Backpack does not.

TIMBUK2 Never Check Expandable Backpack - Front View
TIMBUK2 Commuter Backpack - Front View
Specs Brand Timbuk2 Timbuk2
Name Never Check Expandable Backpack Commuter Parker Backpack
Category Laptop Commuter
Sub Category Travel Everyday
Capacity (L) 24.50L 42L
Dimensions (in) 11.42 x 11.42 x 14.17 ‎11.81 x 5.51 x 20.47
Weight (lb) 2.64 4.9
Color Jet Black Jet Black
Warranty Lifetime Warranty Lifetime Warranty
Release Date November 2, 2016
Rating 4.6 4.2
Price Under $250 Under $250
General Features Shoulder Straps J shape - adjustable padded strap J shape - adjustable padded strap
Sternum / Chest Straps Adjustable chest strap Adjustable chest strap
Hip Belt / Waist Strap Adjustable waist strap
Zippers Weatherproof zippers Nylon zipper with metal pulls
Main Compartment Access Normal top two way zip access Doubled roll top loading
External Pockets 1 front zip pocket, 1 side pocket 2 front zip pockets, 2 side pockets
Internal Compartments Laptop sleeve, mesh pocket Laptop sleeve
Side Pockets 1 side pocket 2 side pockets
Water Bottle Yes Yes
Handles Top grab handle Top grab handle
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Padded Padded; 15" laptop
Tablet Sleeve Padded; 9.7" iPad
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Padded Padded
Rain Cover Detachable rain cover

You're currently comparing the Never Check Expandable Backpack by Timbuk2 against the Commuter Parker Backpack by Timbuk2.


Timbuk2's Never Check Expandable Backpack is a Laptop backpack with Travel features while Timbuk2's Commuter Parker Backpack is a Commuter backpack with Everyday 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 Timbuk2 Commuter Parker Backpack's capacity is 42L with a size of ‎11.81 x 5.51 x 20.47 inches. Constructed from it weighs 4.9 pounds and is available in Jet Black.