TIMBUK2 Project Backpack vs Samsonite OpenRoad Laptop Business Backpack

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.

TIMBUK2 Project Backpack - Front View
Samsonite OpenRoad Laptop Business Backpack Front View
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

You're currently comparing the Project Backpack by Timbuk2 against the OpenRoad Laptop Business Backpack by Samsonite .


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.