TIMBUK2 Project Backpack vs Samsonite Tectonic PFT Laptop Backpack

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

TIMBUK2 Project Backpack - Front View
Samsonite Tectonic PFT Laptop Backpack Front View
Specs Brand Timbuk2 Samsonite
Name Project Backpack Tectonic PFT Laptop Backpack
Category Laptop Laptop
Sub Category Travel Travel
Capacity (L) 21L
Dimensions (in) 11.42 x 4.72 x 18.5 13 x 9 x 19
Weight (lb) 2.5 3.1
Fabric Water-repellent waxed canvas and trimmed in premium leather 1680D Polyester
Color Scout Black/Red
Warranty Lifetime Warranty Samsonite Limited 3 Year Global Warranty
Rating 4.6
Price Under $250 Under $100
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 Normal zipped access
External Pockets Laptop pocket fits, expandable zippered side pocket, 1 front pocket 3 zipped front pocket and 2 side pockets
Internal Compartments Roomy main compartment features storage space and well considered business organization
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 Webbing loops
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Padded; 15" laptop Separate laptop compartment fits up to 17"
Tablet Sleeve Tablet pocket
Organizer Pocket Front organizer pocket
Travel Features TSA Approved / Friendly TSA friendly
Luggage Straps / Trolley Sleeve Luggage pass-through SmartStrap
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Padded Padded airmesh panels on back

You're currently comparing the Project Backpack by Timbuk2 against the Tectonic PFT Laptop Backpack by Samsonite .


Timbuk2's Project Backpack is a Laptop backpack with Travel features while Samsonite 's Tectonic PFT 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 Samsonite Tectonic PFT Laptop Backpack's capacity is with a size of 13 x 9 x 19 inches. Constructed from 1680D Polyester it weighs 3.1 pounds and is available in Black/Red.