TIMBUK2 Project Backpack vs Smatree Business Travel Laptop Backpack

The main difference between the Timbuk2 Project Backpack and the Smatree Business Travel Laptop Backpack is that the Project Backpack has External Pockets (Laptop pocket fits, expandable zippered side pocket, 1 front pocket) while the Business Travel Laptop Backpack does not.

TIMBUK2 Project Backpack - Front View
Smatree Business Travel Laptop Backpack Front View
Specs Brand Timbuk2 Smatree
Name Project Backpack Business Travel Laptop Backpack
Category Laptop Laptop
Sub Category Travel Travel
Capacity (L) 21L 13L
Dimensions (in) 11.42 x 4.72 x 18.5 16.73 x 12.2 x 3.54
Weight (lb) 2.5 3.9
Fabric Water-repellent waxed canvas and trimmed in premium leather 600D Nylon and EVA
Color Scout Black
Warranty Lifetime Warranty Smatree 6 Month Warranty
Rating 4.5
Price Under $250 Under $125
General Features Shoulder Straps Straight - adjustable padded strap Adjustable, breathable shoulders straps
Water Proof / Water Resistant Water-repellent Water repellant material
Zippers Metal zipper with metal pulls Waterproof zipper
Main Compartment Access Normal top two way zip access Full front zipped access
External Pockets Laptop pocket fits, expandable zippered side pocket, 1 front pocket
Internal Compartments Dual main compartment with multiple pockets
Side Pockets 1 side pocket
Water Bottle No
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 Laptop sleeve fits up to 16"
Travel Features Luggage Straps / Trolley Sleeve Luggage pass-through Luggage strap
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Padded Multi-panel breathable mesh heavily padded back

You're currently comparing the Project Backpack by Timbuk2 against the Business Travel Laptop Backpack by Smatree .


Timbuk2's Project Backpack is a Laptop backpack with Travel features while Smatree 's Business Travel 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 Smatree Business Travel Laptop Backpack's capacity is 13L with a size of 16.73 x 12.2 x 3.54 inches. Constructed from 600D Nylon and EVA it weighs 3.9 pounds and is available in Black.