TIMBUK2 Project Backpack vs TIMBUK2 Spirit Laptop Backpack

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

TIMBUK2 Project Backpack - Front View
TIMBUK2 Spirit Laptop Backpack - Front View
Specs Brand Timbuk2 Timbuk2
Name Project Backpack Spirit Laptop Backpack
Category Laptop Laptop
Sub Category Travel Work
Capacity (L) 21L 16L
Dimensions (in) 11.42 x 4.72 x 18.5 9.84 x 5.31 x 15.35
Weight (lb) 2.5 1.1
Fabric Water-repellent waxed canvas and trimmed in premium leather 100% recycled nylon and polyester from pre- and post-consumer materials
Color Scout Eco Nautical Pop
Warranty Lifetime Warranty Lifetime Warranty
Rating 3.3
Price Under $250 Under $100
General Features Shoulder Straps Straight - adjustable padded strap S-shaped curved - adjustable padded strap
Water Proof / Water Resistant Water-repellent
Zippers Metal zipper with metal pulls Nylon zipper with string and plastic 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 2 side pockets, 1 front zip pocket
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 Daisy chain under front vista loop
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Padded; 15" laptop Padded; 13" laptop
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 Spirit Laptop Backpack by Timbuk2.


Timbuk2's Project Backpack is a Laptop backpack with Travel features while Timbuk2's Spirit Laptop Backpack 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 Spirit Laptop Backpack's capacity is 16L with a size of 9.84 x 5.31 x 15.35 inches. Constructed from 100% recycled nylon and polyester from pre- and post-consumer materials it weighs 1.1 pounds and is available in Eco Nautical Pop.