TIMBUK2 Project Backpack vs TIMBUK2 Custom Prospect Backpack

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

TIMBUK2 Project Backpack - Front View
TIMBUK2 Custom Prospect Backpack - Front View
Specs Brand Timbuk2 Timbuk2
Name Project Backpack Custom Prospect Backpack
Category Laptop Commuter
Sub Category Travel Daypack
Capacity (L) 21L 22L
Dimensions (in) 11.42 x 4.72 x 18.5
Weight (lb) 2.5 2.4
Fabric Water-repellent waxed canvas and trimmed in premium leather
Color Scout Army
Warranty Lifetime Warranty Lifetime Warranty
Price Under $250 Under $159
General Features Shoulder Straps Straight - adjustable padded strap Straight - adjustable padded strap
Sternum / Chest Straps Adjustable chest strap
Water Proof / Water Resistant Water-repellent
Zippers Metal zipper with metal pulls
Main Compartment Access Normal top two way zip access Flap colosure
External Pockets Laptop pocket fits, expandable zippered side pocket, 1 front pocket 2 side pockets, 1 front pocket
Internal Compartments Internal organizer for pens, phones, 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
Organizer Pocket Internal organizer
Travel Features Luggage Straps / Trolley Sleeve Luggage pass-through
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Padded Padded

You're currently comparing the Project Backpack by Timbuk2 against the Custom Prospect Backpack by Timbuk2.


Timbuk2's Project Backpack is a Laptop backpack with Travel features while Timbuk2's Custom Prospect Backpack is a Commuter backpack with Daypack 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 Custom Prospect Backpack's capacity is 22L with a size of inches. Constructed from it weighs 2.4 pounds and is available in Army.