The main difference between the Timbuk2 Project Backpack and the Samsonite OpenRoad Laptop Business Backpack is that the Project Backpack has Water Proof / Water Resistant (Water-repellent) while the OpenRoad Laptop Business Backpack does not.
Specs | Brand | Timbuk2 | Samsonite |
Name | Project Backpack | OpenRoad Laptop Business Backpack | |
Category | Laptop | Laptop | |
Sub Category | Travel | Travel | |
Capacity (L) | 21L | ||
Dimensions (in) | 11.42 x 4.72 x 18.5 | 7.5 x 15 x 19 | |
Weight (lb) | 2.5 | 3.5 | |
Fabric | Water-repellent waxed canvas and trimmed in premium leather | Nylon and Polyester | |
Color | Scout | 2 colors and patterns | |
Warranty | Lifetime Warranty | Samsonite Limited 3 Year Global Warranty | |
Rating | 4.8 | ||
Price | Under $250 | Under $75 | |
General Features | Shoulder Straps | Straight - adjustable padded strap | Padded shoulder straps |
Water Proof / Water Resistant | Water-repellent | ||
Zippers | Metal zipper with metal pulls | ||
Main Compartment Access | Normal top two way zip access | Clamshell | |
External Pockets | Laptop pocket fits, expandable zippered side pocket, 1 front pocket | 3 zipped front pockets and 2 side pockets | |
Internal Compartments | Interior organization panel | ||
Side Pockets | 1 side pocket | Side pockets can fit water bottle and umbrella | |
Water Bottle | Yes | ||
Handles | Top grab handle | Top grab handle | |
Loops and Attachments | Beer tiki bottle opener on front shoulder strap | ||
Business & School Features | Laptop Sleeve | Padded; 15" laptop | Smart Fit padded laptop compartment fits up to 17.3" |
Tablet Sleeve | Tablet pocket | ||
Organizer Pocket | Front organizer pocket | ||
Travel Features | Luggage Straps / Trolley Sleeve | Luggage pass-through | SmartSleeve™ |
Hiking / Backpacking Features | Back Panel | Padded | Padded back panel |
Timbuk2's Project Backpack is a Laptop backpack with Travel features while Samsonite 's OpenRoad Laptop Business 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 Samsonite OpenRoad Laptop Business Backpack's capacity is with a size of 7.5 x 15 x 19 inches. Constructed from Nylon and Polyester it weighs 3.5 pounds and is available in 2 colors and patterns.
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