TIMBUK2 Project Backpack vs Swissgear 1900 ScanSmart Laptop Backpack

The main difference between the Timbuk2 Project Backpack and the Swissgear 1900 ScanSmart Laptop Backpack is that the Project Backpack has Zippers (Metal zipper with metal pulls) while the 1900 ScanSmart Laptop Backpack does not.

TIMBUK2 Project Backpack - Front View
Specs Brand Timbuk2 Swissgear
Name Project Backpack 1900 ScanSmart Laptop Backpack
Category Laptop Laptop
Sub Category Travel Travel
Capacity (L) 21L 31L
Dimensions (in) 11.42 x 4.72 x 18.5 18.5 x 13.25 x 9
Weight (lb) 2.5 3.3
Fabric Water-repellent waxed canvas and trimmed in premium leather Durable 1200D Ballistic Polyester Fabric
Color Scout 6 colors and patterns
Warranty Lifetime Warranty Swissgear 10 Year Extended Limited Warranty
Release Date August 26, 2013
Rating 4.7
Price Under $250 Under $100
General Features Shoulder Straps Straight - adjustable padded strap Contoured, padded shoulder straps
Water Proof / Water Resistant Water-repellent Weather resistant material
Zippers Metal zipper with metal pulls
Main Compartment Access Normal top two way zip access Splayed
External Pockets Laptop pocket fits, expandable zippered side pocket, 1 front pocket 3 zipped front pockets and 4 side pockets
Internal Compartments Multi-compartment with divider pockets
Side Pockets 1 side pocket Side pockets fit water bottle and other accessories
Water Bottle Yes
Handles Top grab handle Rugged molded top handle
Loops and Attachments Beer tiki bottle opener on front shoulder strap Daisy chains, carabiner hook
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Padded; 15" laptop Integrated laptop compartment holds up to 17" with adjustable divider
Tablet Sleeve Floating tablet safe pocket
Organizer Pocket Front utility pocket with organizer
Travel Features TSA Approved / Friendly TSA approved
Compression Straps External side compression straps
Luggage Straps / Trolley Sleeve Luggage pass-through
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Padded Heavily padded back panel
Ergonomic Ergonomically contoured straps
Ventilated Back Superior back ventilation
Anti Theft Features Lockable Zippers Lockable zipper heads

You're currently comparing the Project Backpack by Timbuk2 against the 1900 ScanSmart Laptop Backpack by Swissgear .


Timbuk2's Project Backpack is a Laptop backpack with Travel features while Swissgear 's 1900 ScanSmart 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 Swissgear 1900 ScanSmart Laptop Backpack's capacity is 31L with a size of 18.5 x 13.25 x 9 inches. Constructed from Durable 1200D Ballistic Polyester Fabric it weighs 3.3 pounds and is available in 6 colors and patterns.