TIMBUK2 Robin Commuter Backpack vs TIMBUK2 Foundry Pack Backpack

The main difference between the TIMBUK2 Robin Commuter Backpack and the Timbuk2 Foundry Pack Backpack is that the Robin Commuter Backpack has Sternum / Chest Straps (Removable sternum strap) while the Foundry Pack Backpack does not.

TIMBUK2 Robin Commuter Backpack Front View
TIMBUK2 Foundry Pack Backpack - Front View
Specs Brand TIMBUK2 Timbuk2
Name Robin Commuter Backpack Foundry Pack Backpack
Category Commuter Leather
Sub Category Everyday Commuter
Capacity (L) 20L 18L
Dimensions (in) 10.8 x 19.7 x 5.31 ‎5.12 x 13.39 x 18.9
Weight (lb) 2.0 3.3
Fabric Cordura Nylon Premium waxed canvas and leather
Color 3 colors and patterns Scout
Warranty TIMBUK2 Lifetime Warranty Lifetime Warranty
Release Date January 4, 2017 February 1, 2019
Rating 4.6 4.4
Price Under $200 Under $250
General Features Shoulder Straps Adjustable shoulder straps Straight - adjustable padded strap
Sternum / Chest Straps Removable sternum strap
Hip Belt / Waist Strap Removable waist strap
Water Proof / Water Resistant Weather resistant material
Zippers Nylon zipper with metal pulls
Main Compartment Access Top access with flap Secure, silent magnetic closures
External Pockets 1 zipped front pocket and 2 side pockets 1 front pocket, 2 side pockets
Internal Compartments Interior sleeve Laptop sleeve, Internal organizer for pens, phones, and other small stuff
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
Travel Features Luggage Straps / Trolley Sleeve Luggage pass-through
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Air mesh back panel Padded
Rain Cover Removable rainfly
Reflective Safety Strips Woven mesh reflective panel

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


TIMBUK2 's Robin Commuter Backpack is a Commuter backpack with Everyday features while Timbuk2's Foundry Pack Backpack is a Leather backpack with Commuter 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 Foundry Pack Backpack's capacity is 18L with a size of ‎5.12 x 13.39 x 18.9 inches. Constructed from Premium waxed canvas and leather it weighs 3.3 pounds and is available in Scout.