TIMBUK2 Project Backpack vs TIMBUK2 Parker Commuter Backpack

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

TIMBUK2 Project Backpack - Front View
TIMBUK2 Commuter Backpack - Front View
Specs Brand Timbuk2 Timbuk2
Name Project Backpack Commuter Parker Backpack
Category Laptop Commuter
Sub Category Travel Everyday
Capacity (L) 21L 42L
Dimensions (in) 11.42 x 4.72 x 18.5 ‎11.81 x 5.51 x 20.47
Weight (lb) 2.5 4.9
Fabric Water-repellent waxed canvas and trimmed in premium leather
Color Scout Jet Black
Warranty Lifetime Warranty Lifetime Warranty
Release Date November 2, 2016
Rating 4.2
Price Under $250 Under $250
General Features Shoulder Straps Straight - adjustable padded strap J shape - adjustable padded strap
Sternum / Chest Straps Adjustable chest strap
Hip Belt / Waist Strap Adjustable waist strap
Water Proof / Water Resistant Water-repellent
Zippers Metal zipper with metal pulls Nylon zipper with metal pulls
Main Compartment Access Normal top two way zip access Doubled roll top loading
External Pockets Laptop pocket fits, expandable zippered side pocket, 1 front pocket 2 front zip pockets, 2 side pockets
Internal Compartments Laptop sleeve
Side Pockets 1 side pocket 2 side pockets
Water Bottle Yes
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; 15" laptop
Travel Features Luggage Straps / Trolley Sleeve Luggage pass-through
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Padded Padded
Rain Cover Detachable rain cover

You're currently comparing the Project Backpack by Timbuk2 against the Commuter Parker Backpack by Timbuk2.


Timbuk2's Project Backpack is a Laptop backpack with Travel features while Timbuk2's Commuter Parker Backpack is a Commuter backpack with Everyday 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 Commuter Parker Backpack's capacity is 42L with a size of ‎11.81 x 5.51 x 20.47 inches. Constructed from it weighs 4.9 pounds and is available in Jet Black.