TIMBUK2 Project Backpack vs Kroser 17” Laptop Backpack

The main difference between the Timbuk2 Project Backpack and the Kroser 17” Laptop Backpack is that the Project Backpack has Water Proof / Water Resistant (Water-repellent) while the 17” Laptop Backpack does not.

TIMBUK2 Project Backpack - Front View
Kroser Laptop Backpack
Specs Brand Timbuk2 Kroser
Name Project Backpack 17” Laptop Backpack
Category Laptop Laptop
Sub Category Travel Travel
Capacity (L) 21L
Dimensions (in) 11.42 x 4.72 x 18.5 18.6 x 13.5 x 10.8
Weight (lb) 2.5 3.1
Fabric Water-repellent waxed canvas and trimmed in premium leather Water-Repellant Fabric
Color Scout Black
Warranty Lifetime Warranty Kroser 30 Days Return Policy
Release Date August 14, 2019
Rating 4.8
Price Under $250 Under $50
General Features Shoulder Straps Straight - adjustable padded strap Padded shoulder straps
Sternum / Chest Straps Adjustable chest strap
Water Proof / Water Resistant Water-repellent
Zippers Metal zipper with metal pulls
Main Compartment Access Normal top two way zip access Normal zipped access
External Pockets Laptop pocket fits, expandable zippered side pocket, 1 front pocket 3 zipped front pockets, 1 back pocket and 2 side pockets
Internal Compartments Multi-compartment with several inner pockets
Side Pockets 1 side pocket Side pockets can fit water bottle
Water Bottle Yes
Handles Top grab handle Sturdy top grab handle with steel cable
Loops and Attachments Beer tiki bottle opener on front shoulder strap Daisy chains with carabiner hook on front panel
USB Charger Built-in USB charger
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Padded; 15" laptop Separate laptop compartment fits up to 17"
Tablet Sleeve Dedicated tablet sleeve
Organizer Pocket Front utility pocket with organizer
Travel Features Compression Straps External side compression straps
Luggage Straps / Trolley Sleeve Luggage pass-through Luggage attachment panel secures it to a roller bag
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Padded Breathable padded back panel
Reflective Safety Strips Reflective stripe accents
Anti Theft Features Lockable Zippers Lockable zipper heads
RFID Blocking RFID pockets

You're currently comparing the Project Backpack by Timbuk2 against the 17” Laptop Backpack by Kroser .


Timbuk2's Project Backpack is a Laptop backpack with Travel features while Kroser 's 17” Laptop Backpack is a Laptop backpack with Travel features.

The Timbuk2 Project Backpack has a capacity of 21L (liters), weighs 2.5 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 11.42 x 4.72 x 18.5. It's made of Water-repellent waxed canvas and trimmed in premium leather and is available in Scout in comparison the Kroser 17” Laptop Backpack's capacity is with a size of 18.6 x 13.5 x 10.8 inches. Constructed from Water-Repellant Fabric it weighs 3.1 pounds and is available in Black.