TIMBUK2 Project Backpack vs TIMBUK2 Spire Laptop Backpack 2.0

The main difference between the Timbuk2 Project Backpack and the Timbuk2 Spire Laptop Backpack 2.0 is that the Project Backpack has Luggage Straps / Trolley Sleeve (Luggage pass-through) while the Spire Laptop Backpack 2.0 does not.

TIMBUK2 Project Backpack - Front View
TIMBUK2 Spire Laptop Backpack 2.0 - Front View
Specs Brand Timbuk2 Timbuk2
Name Project Backpack Spire Laptop Backpack 2.0
Category Laptop Laptop
Sub Category Travel Work
Capacity (L) 21L 26L
Dimensions (in) 11.42 x 4.72 x 18.5 5.91 x 11.81 x 19.69
Weight (lb) 2.5 2.0
Fabric Water-repellent waxed canvas and trimmed in premium leather
Color Scout Jet Black
Warranty Lifetime Warranty Lifetime Warranty
Release Date April 21, 2020
Rating 4.6
Price Under $250 Under $150
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 Water-resistant
Zippers Metal zipper with metal pulls Nylon zipper with string pulls
Main Compartment Access Normal top two way zip access Flap with buckle
External Pockets Laptop pocket fits, expandable zippered side pocket, 1 front pocket Side stretch pocket, Napoleon pocket under front flap
Internal Compartments Laptop sleeve, tablet sleeve,
Side Pockets 1 side pocket Side stretch pocket
Water Bottle Yes
Handles Top grab handle Top grab handle
Loops and Attachments Beer tiki bottle opener on front shoulder strap Front daisy chain
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Padded; 15" laptop Padded; 15" to 17" laptops
Tablet Sleeve Padded; 15" to 17" tablet
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 Spire Laptop Backpack 2.0 by Timbuk2.


Timbuk2's Project Backpack is a Laptop backpack with Travel features while Timbuk2's Spire Laptop Backpack 2.0 is a Laptop backpack with Work 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 Spire Laptop Backpack 2.0's capacity is 26L with a size of 5.91 x 11.81 x 19.69 inches. Constructed from it weighs 2.0 pounds and is available in Jet Black.