TIMBUK2 Project Backpack vs TIMBUK2 Authority Laptop Backpack Deluxe

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

TIMBUK2 Project Backpack - Front View
TIMBUK2 Authority Laptop Backpack Deluxe - Front View
Specs Brand Timbuk2 Timbuk2
Name Project Backpack Authority Laptop Backpack Deluxe
Category Laptop Laptop
Sub Category Travel Travel
Capacity (L) 21L 28L
Dimensions (in) 11.42 x 4.72 x 18.5 5.91 x 11.42 x 18.11
Weight (lb) 2.5 2.55
Fabric Water-repellent waxed canvas and trimmed in premium leather 100% recycled nylon
Color Scout Eco Black Deluxe
Warranty Lifetime Warranty Lifetime Warranty
Rating 4.5
Price Under $250 Under $200
General Features Shoulder Straps Straight - adjustable padded strap J shape - adjustable padded strap
Sternum / Chest Straps Adjustable chest strap
Water Proof / Water Resistant Water-repellent
Zippers Metal zipper with metal pulls Nylon zipper with metal and string pulls
Main Compartment Access Normal top two way zip access Normal top two way zip access
External Pockets Laptop pocket fits, expandable zippered side pocket, 1 front pocket Front zip pocket, 1 side pocket
Internal Compartments Laptop sleeve, organizer pockets
Side Pockets 1 side pocket 1 side pocket
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 Padded; 17" laptop
Organizer Pocket Internal organizer
Travel Features Compression Straps Compression straps let you cinch it all down tight for a clean look that can transition from client A to B and then bar X.
Luggage Straps / Trolley Sleeve Luggage pass-through Luggage pass-through
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Padded Airmesh ventilated back panel

You're currently comparing the Project Backpack by Timbuk2 against the Authority Laptop Backpack Deluxe by Timbuk2.


Timbuk2's Project Backpack is a Laptop backpack with Travel features while Timbuk2's Authority Laptop Backpack Deluxe 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 Timbuk2 Authority Laptop Backpack Deluxe's capacity is 28L with a size of 5.91 x 11.42 x 18.11 inches. Constructed from 100% recycled nylon it weighs 2.55 pounds and is available in Eco Black Deluxe.