TIMBUK2 Project Backpack vs TIMBUK2 Vapor Convertible Tote Backpack

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

TIMBUK2 Project Backpack - Front View
TIMBUK2 Vapor Convertible Tote Backpack - Front View
Specs Brand Timbuk2 Timbuk2
Name Project Backpack Vapor Convertible Tote Backpack
Category Laptop Laptop
Sub Category Travel Work
Capacity (L) 21L
Dimensions (in) 11.42 x 4.72 x 18.5 11.81 x 4.33 x 17.32
Weight (lb) 2.5 1.48
Fabric Water-repellent waxed canvas and trimmed in premium leather 100% recycled nylon and polyester
Color Scout Jet Black
Warranty Lifetime Warranty Lifetime Warranty
Rating 4.2
Price Under $250 Under $150
General Features Shoulder Straps Straight - adjustable padded strap Tuckable tote straps when wearing as a backpack; tuckable shoulder straps when carrying as a tote
Water Proof / Water Resistant Water-repellent
Zippers Metal zipper with metal pulls
Main Compartment Access Normal top two way zip access Normal top zip access
External Pockets Laptop pocket fits, expandable zippered side pocket, 1 front pocket Nylon zipper with webbing pulls
Internal Compartments Laptop sleeve, Interior dual slip, scratch-free, tricot-lined pockets
Side Pockets 1 side pocket
Handles Top grab handle Two webbing top handles
Loops and Attachments Beer tiki bottle opener on front shoulder strap
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Padded; 15" laptop Padded laptop sleeve fits most 15" laptops/tablets
Tablet Sleeve Padded
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 Vapor Convertible Tote Backpack by Timbuk2.


Timbuk2's Project Backpack is a Laptop backpack with Travel features while Timbuk2's Vapor Convertible Tote 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 Vapor Convertible Tote Backpack's capacity is with a size of 11.81 x 4.33 x 17.32 inches. Constructed from 100% recycled nylon and polyester it weighs 1.48 pounds and is available in Jet Black.