TIMBUK2 Parkside Laptop Backpack 2.0 vs Samsonite Kombi Business Backpack

The main difference between the Timbuk2 Parkside Laptop Backpack 2.0 and the Samsonite Kombi Business Backpack is that the Parkside Laptop Backpack 2.0 has Zippers (Nylon zipper with string pulls) while the Kombi Business Backpack does not.

TIMBUK2 Parkside Laptop Backpack 2.0 - Front View
Samsonite Kombi Business Backpack Front View
Specs Brand Timbuk2 Samsonite
Name Parkside Laptop Backpack 2.0 Kombi Business Backpack
Category Laptop Laptop
Sub Category Work Work
Capacity (L) 24.50L
Dimensions (in) 11.02 x 4.72 x 18.11 7 x 12 x 17.5
Weight (lb) 1.5 2.45
Fabric 100% recycled nylon Ballistic Nylon with Genuine Leather Details
Color Eco Black Black/Brown
Warranty Lifetime Warranty Samsonite Limited 3 Year Global Warranty
Rating 4.5 4.7
Price Under $100 Under $175
General Features Shoulder Straps J shape - adjustable padded strap Padded shoulder straps
Zippers Nylon zipper with string pulls
Main Compartment Access Normal zipped access
External Pockets Elasticized external side pocket, 1 front pocket 3 zipped front and 2 side pockets
Internal Compartments Normal top two way zip access, laptop sleeve Main compartment has gusseted pocket for laptop or files
Side Pockets 1 side pocket Side pockets can fit water bottle and umbrella
Water Bottle Yes Yes
Handles Top grab handle Padded top grab handle
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Padded Padded laptop compartment fits up to 15.6"
Tablet Sleeve Padded Tablet pocket
Organizer Pocket Front organizer pocket
Travel Features Luggage Straps / Trolley Sleeve SmartSleeve™
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Padded Air mesh padded back

You're currently comparing the Parkside Laptop Backpack 2.0 by Timbuk2 against the Kombi Business Backpack by Samsonite.


Timbuk2's Parkside Laptop Backpack 2.0 is a Laptop backpack with Work features while Samsonite's Kombi Business Backpack is a Laptop backpack with Work features.

The Timbuk2 Parkside Laptop Backpack 2.0 has a capacity of 24.50L (liters), weighs 1.5 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 11.02 x 4.72 x 18.11. It's made of 100% recycled nylon and is available in Eco Black in comparison the Samsonite Kombi Business Backpack's capacity is with a size of 7 x 12 x 17.5 inches. Constructed from Ballistic Nylon with Genuine Leather Details it weighs 2.45 pounds and is available in Black/Brown.