TIMBUK2 Never Check Expandable Backpack vs TIMBUK2 Spirit Laptop Backpack

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

TIMBUK2 Never Check Expandable Backpack - Front View
TIMBUK2 Spirit Laptop Backpack - Front View
Specs Brand Timbuk2 Timbuk2
Name Never Check Expandable Backpack Spirit Laptop Backpack
Category Laptop Laptop
Sub Category Travel Work
Capacity (L) 24.50L 16L
Dimensions (in) 11.42 x 11.42 x 14.17 9.84 x 5.31 x 15.35
Weight (lb) 2.64 1.1
Fabric 100% recycled nylon and polyester from pre- and post-consumer materials
Color Jet Black Eco Nautical Pop
Warranty Lifetime Warranty Lifetime Warranty
Rating 4.6 3.3
Price Under $250 Under $100
General Features Shoulder Straps J shape - adjustable padded strap S-shaped curved - adjustable padded strap
Sternum / Chest Straps Adjustable chest strap
Zippers Weatherproof zippers Nylon zipper with string and plastic pulls
Main Compartment Access Normal top two way zip access Normal top two way zip access
External Pockets 1 front zip pocket, 1 side pocket 2 side pockets, 1 front zip pocket
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
Loops and Attachments Daisy chain under front vista loop
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Padded Padded; 13" laptop
Tablet Sleeve Padded; 9.7" iPad
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Padded Padded

You're currently comparing the Never Check Expandable Backpack by Timbuk2 against the Spirit Laptop Backpack by Timbuk2.


Timbuk2's Never Check Expandable Backpack is a Laptop backpack with Travel features while Timbuk2's Spirit Laptop Backpack is a Laptop backpack with Work 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 Spirit Laptop Backpack's capacity is 16L with a size of 9.84 x 5.31 x 15.35 inches. Constructed from 100% recycled nylon and polyester from pre- and post-consumer materials it weighs 1.1 pounds and is available in Eco Nautical Pop.