TIMBUK2 Robin Commuter Backpack vs TIMBUK2 Impulse Travel Backpack Duffel Backpack

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

TIMBUK2 Robin Commuter Backpack Front View
TIMBUK2 Impulse Travel Backpack Duffel Backpack - Front View
Specs Brand TIMBUK2 Timbuk2
Name Robin Commuter Backpack Impulse Travel Backpack Duffel Backpack
Category Commuter Carry On
Sub Category Everyday Travel
Capacity (L) 20L 45L
Dimensions (in) 10.8 x 19.7 x 5.31
Weight (lb) 2.0 3.7
Fabric Cordura Nylon
Color 3 colors and patterns Jet Black
Warranty TIMBUK2 Lifetime Warranty Lifetime Warranty
Release Date January 4, 2017 July 9, 2019
Rating 4.6 3.3
Price Under $200 Under $200
General Features Shoulder Straps Adjustable shoulder straps Adjustable and tuckable backpack straps
Sternum / Chest Straps Removable sternum strap Adjustable chest strap
Hip Belt / Waist Strap Removable waist strap Adjustable waist straps with mini pockets for small items
Water Proof / Water Resistant Weather resistant material
Zippers Nylon zipper with string pulls
Main Compartment Access Top access with flap Clamshell opening
External Pockets 1 zipped front pocket and 2 side pockets 1 side pocket
Internal Compartments Interior sleeve Laptop sleeve
Side Pockets Side pockets can fit water bottle 1 side pocket
Water Bottle 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; 17" laptop
Organizer Pocket Front utility pocket
Travel Features Carry-on Size Compliant Fits the airlines carry-on sizer and planes overhead bin
Compression Straps Internal compression straps
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 Impulse Travel Backpack Duffel Backpack by Timbuk2.


TIMBUK2 's Robin Commuter Backpack is a Commuter backpack with Everyday features while Timbuk2's Impulse Travel Backpack Duffel Backpack is a Carry On backpack with Travel 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 Impulse Travel Backpack Duffel Backpack's capacity is 45L with a size of inches. Constructed from it weighs 3.7 pounds and is available in Jet Black.