TIMBUK2 Robin Commuter Backpack vs Osprey Transporter Roll Top Backpack

The main difference between the TIMBUK2 Robin Commuter Backpack and the Osprey Transporter Roll Top Backpack is that the Robin Commuter Backpack has Handles (Top grab handle) while the Transporter Roll Top Backpack does not.

TIMBUK2 Robin Commuter Backpack Front View
Osprey Transporter Roll Top Backpack Front View
Specs Brand TIMBUK2 Osprey
Name Robin Commuter Backpack Transporter Roll Top Backpack
Category Commuter Commuter
Sub Category Everyday Everyday
Capacity (L) 20L 25L
Dimensions (in) 10.8 x 19.7 x 5.31 19.7 x 12.61 x 9.85
Weight (lb) 2.0 2.1
Fabric Cordura Nylon 400D Nylon TPU Double Coated
Color 3 colors and patterns 8 colors and patterns
Warranty TIMBUK2 Lifetime Warranty Osprey Lifetime Warranty
Release Date January 4, 2017 May 16, 2019
Rating 4.6 4.7
Price Under $200 Under $100
General Features Shoulder Straps Adjustable shoulder straps Padded shoulder straps
Sternum / Chest Straps Removable sternum strap Adjustable sternum strap with safety whistle
Hip Belt / Waist Strap Removable waist strap Removable 25 mm web hipbelt
Water Proof / Water Resistant Weather resistant material Weather resistant material
Main Compartment Access Top access with flap Roll top opening with webbing and aluminium buckle closure
External Pockets 1 zipped front pocket and 2 side pockets 2 zipped side pockets
Internal Compartments Interior sleeve Magazine/document sleeve and internal organization
Side Pockets Side pockets can fit water bottle Side pockets can hold water bottle and umbrella
Water Bottle Yes Yes
Handles Top grab handle
Loops and Attachments Webbing loops on shoulder straps Loop for blinky light attachment
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Laptop sleeve fits up to 13" Padded laptop sleeve fits up to 15"
Organizer Pocket Front utility pocket
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Air mesh back panel AirScape mesh-covered ridged foam back panel
Rain Cover Removable rainfly
Reflective Safety Strips Woven mesh reflective panel

You're currently comparing the Robin Commuter Backpack by TIMBUK2 against the Transporter Roll Top Backpack by Osprey .


TIMBUK2 's Robin Commuter Backpack is a Commuter backpack with Everyday features while Osprey 's Transporter Roll Top Backpack is a Commuter backpack with Everyday features.

The TIMBUK2 Robin Commuter Backpack has a capacity of 20L (liters), weighs 2.0 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 10.8 x 19.7 x 5.31. It's made of Cordura Nylon and is available in 3 colors and patterns in comparison the Osprey Transporter Roll Top Backpack's capacity is 25L with a size of 19.7 x 12.61 x 9.85 inches. Constructed from 400D Nylon TPU Double Coated it weighs 2.1 pounds and is available in 8 colors and patterns.