TIMBUK2 Robin Commuter Backpack vs TIMBUK2 Parker Commuter Backpack

The main difference between the TIMBUK2 Robin Commuter Backpack and the Timbuk2 Commuter Parker Backpack is that the Robin Commuter Backpack has Water Proof / Water Resistant (Weather resistant material) while the Commuter Parker Backpack does not.

TIMBUK2 Robin Commuter Backpack Front View
TIMBUK2 Commuter Backpack - Front View
Specs Brand TIMBUK2 Timbuk2
Name Robin Commuter Backpack Commuter Parker Backpack
Category Commuter Commuter
Sub Category Everyday Everyday
Capacity (L) 20L 42L
Dimensions (in) 10.8 x 19.7 x 5.31 ‎11.81 x 5.51 x 20.47
Weight (lb) 2.0 4.9
Fabric Cordura Nylon
Color 3 colors and patterns Jet Black
Warranty TIMBUK2 Lifetime Warranty Lifetime Warranty
Release Date January 4, 2017 November 2, 2016
Rating 4.6 4.2
Price Under $200 Under $250
General Features Shoulder Straps Adjustable shoulder straps J shape - adjustable padded strap
Sternum / Chest Straps Removable sternum strap Adjustable chest strap
Hip Belt / Waist Strap Removable waist strap Adjustable waist strap
Water Proof / Water Resistant Weather resistant material
Zippers Nylon zipper with metal pulls
Main Compartment Access Top access with flap Doubled roll top loading
External Pockets 1 zipped front pocket and 2 side pockets 2 front zip pockets, 2 side pockets
Internal Compartments Interior sleeve Laptop sleeve
Side Pockets Side pockets can fit water bottle 2 side pockets
Water Bottle Yes Yes
Handles Top grab handle Top grab handle
Loops and Attachments Webbing loops on shoulder straps
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Laptop sleeve fits up to 13" Padded; 15" laptop
Organizer Pocket Front utility pocket
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Air mesh back panel Padded
Rain Cover Removable rainfly Detachable rain cover
Reflective Safety Strips Woven mesh reflective panel

You're currently comparing the Robin Commuter Backpack by TIMBUK2 against the Commuter Parker Backpack by Timbuk2.


TIMBUK2 's Robin Commuter Backpack is a Commuter backpack with Everyday features while Timbuk2's Commuter Parker 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 Timbuk2 Commuter Parker Backpack's capacity is 42L with a size of ‎11.81 x 5.51 x 20.47 inches. Constructed from it weighs 4.9 pounds and is available in Jet Black.