TIMBUK2 Project Backpack vs TIMBUK2 Never Check Expandable Backpack

The main difference between the Timbuk2 Project Backpack and the Timbuk2 Never Check Expandable Backpack is that the Project Backpack has Water Proof / Water Resistant (Water-repellent) while the Never Check Expandable Backpack does not.

TIMBUK2 Project Backpack - Front View
TIMBUK2 Never Check Expandable Backpack - Front View
Specs Brand Timbuk2 Timbuk2
Name Project Backpack Never Check Expandable Backpack
Category Laptop Laptop
Sub Category Travel Travel
Capacity (L) 21L 24.50L
Dimensions (in) 11.42 x 4.72 x 18.5 11.42 x 11.42 x 14.17
Weight (lb) 2.5 2.64
Fabric Water-repellent waxed canvas and trimmed in premium leather
Color Scout Jet Black
Warranty Lifetime Warranty Lifetime Warranty
Rating 4.6
Price Under $250 Under $250
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 Weatherproof zippers
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 1 front zip pocket, 1 side pocket
Internal Compartments Laptop sleeve, mesh pocket
Side Pockets 1 side pocket 1 side pocket
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
Tablet Sleeve Padded; 9.7" iPad
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 Never Check Expandable Backpack by Timbuk2.


Timbuk2's Project Backpack is a Laptop backpack with Travel features while Timbuk2's Never Check Expandable 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 Timbuk2 Never Check Expandable Backpack's capacity is 24.50L with a size of 11.42 x 11.42 x 14.17 inches. Constructed from it weighs 2.64 pounds and is available in Jet Black.