TIMBUK2 Project Backpack vs Swissgear 1923 ScanSmart Laptop Backpack

The main difference between the Timbuk2 Project Backpack and the Swissgear 1923 ScanSmart Laptop Backpack is that the Project Backpack has Zippers (Metal zipper with metal pulls) while the 1923 ScanSmart Laptop Backpack does not.

TIMBUK2 Project Backpack - Front View
Swissgear 1923 ScanSmart Laptop Backpack Front View
Specs Brand Timbuk2 Swissgear
Name Project Backpack 1923 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 x 13 x 8.5
Weight (lb) 2.5 3.3
Fabric Water-repellent waxed canvas and trimmed in premium leather Durable 1200D Polyester
Color Scout Black, Noir Satin, Rich Navy
Warranty Lifetime Warranty Swissgear 10 Year Extended Limited Warranty
Release Date October 6, 2017
Rating 4.7
Price Under $250 Under $75
General Features Shoulder Straps Straight - adjustable padded strap Ergonomically 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 Normal zipped access
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 can fit water bottle and other accessories
Water Bottle Yes
Handles Top grab handle Reinforced, molded top handle
Loops and Attachments Beer tiki bottle opener on front shoulder strap Carabiner clip, daisy chains
USB Charger USB equipped charging capability
Headset Opening Headphone port
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Padded; 15" laptop Dedicated, enhanced laptop compartment compartment holds up to 17"
Tablet Sleeve Separate floating tablet 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 Padded back panel
Ergonomic Ergonomic design
Ventilated Back Superior back ventilation
Reflective Safety Strips Reflective accents
Anti Theft Features Lockable Zippers Lockable zipper heads
RFID Blocking RFID pockets

You're currently comparing the Project Backpack by Timbuk2 against the 1923 ScanSmart Laptop Backpack by Swissgear .


Timbuk2's Project Backpack is a Laptop backpack with Travel features while Swissgear 's 1923 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 1923 ScanSmart Laptop Backpack's capacity is 31L with a size of 18 x 13 x 8.5 inches. Constructed from Durable 1200D Polyester it weighs 3.3 pounds and is available in Black, Noir Satin, Rich Navy .