TIMBUK2 Q Laptop Backpack 2.0 vs TIMBUK2 Never Check Expandable Backpack

The main difference between the Timbuk2 Q Laptop Backpack 2.0 and the Timbuk2 Never Check Expandable Backpack is that the Q Laptop Backpack 2.0 has Loops and Attachments (On-strap bottle opener) while the Never Check Expandable Backpack does not.

TIMBUK2 Q Laptop Backpack 2.0 - Front View
TIMBUK2 Never Check Expandable Backpack - Front View
Specs Brand Timbuk2 Timbuk2
Name Q Laptop Backpack 2.0 Never Check Expandable Backpack
Category Laptop Laptop
Sub Category Work Travel
Capacity (L) 20L 24.50L
Dimensions (in) 11.42 x 11.42 x 14.17
Weight (lb) 2.1 2.64
Fabric 100% recycled nylon
Color Eco Black Jet Black
Warranty Lifetime Warranty Lifetime Warranty
Release Date July 9, 2019
Rating 3.3 4.6
Price Under $150 Under $250
General Features Shoulder Straps J shape - adjustable padded strap J shape - adjustable padded strap
Sternum / Chest Straps Adjustable chest strap
Zippers Nylon zipper with string pulls Weatherproof zippers
Main Compartment Access Normal top two way zip access Normal top two way zip access
External Pockets Bottom zip pocket, padded back pocket 1 front zip pocket, 1 side pocket
Internal Compartments Laptop sleeve, Large main compartment fits books, lunch, and a light jacket Laptop sleeve, mesh pocket
Side Pockets 1 side pocket 1 side pocket
Water Bottle Yes Yes
Handles Top grab handle Top grab handle
Loops and Attachments On-strap bottle opener
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Padded; 17-inches laptop Padded
Tablet Sleeve Padded; 9.7" iPad
Travel Features Luggage Straps / Trolley Sleeve luggage pass-through
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Air mesh back panel Padded

You're currently comparing the Q Laptop Backpack 2.0 by Timbuk2 against the Never Check Expandable Backpack by Timbuk2.


Timbuk2's Q Laptop Backpack 2.0 is a Laptop backpack with Work features while Timbuk2's Never Check Expandable Backpack is a Laptop backpack with Travel features.

The Timbuk2 Q Laptop Backpack 2.0 has a capacity of 20L (liters), weighs 2.1 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are . It's made of 100% recycled nylon and is available in Eco Black 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.