TIMBUK2 Robin Commuter Backpack vs TIMBUK2 Spire Laptop Backpack 2.0

The main difference between the TIMBUK2 Robin Commuter Backpack and the Timbuk2 Spire Laptop Backpack 2.0 is that the Robin Commuter Backpack has Hip Belt / Waist Strap (Removable waist strap) while the Spire Laptop Backpack 2.0 does not.

TIMBUK2 Robin Commuter Backpack Front View
TIMBUK2 Spire Laptop Backpack 2.0 - Front View
Specs Brand TIMBUK2 Timbuk2
Name Robin Commuter Backpack Spire Laptop Backpack 2.0
Category Commuter Laptop
Sub Category Everyday Work
Capacity (L) 20L 26L
Dimensions (in) 10.8 x 19.7 x 5.31 5.91 x 11.81 x 19.69
Weight (lb) 2.0 2.0
Fabric Cordura Nylon
Color 3 colors and patterns Jet Black
Warranty TIMBUK2 Lifetime Warranty Lifetime Warranty
Release Date January 4, 2017 April 21, 2020
Rating 4.6 4.6
Price Under $200 Under $150
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
Water Proof / Water Resistant Weather resistant material Water-resistant
Zippers Nylon zipper with string pulls
Main Compartment Access Top access with flap Flap with buckle
External Pockets 1 zipped front pocket and 2 side pockets Side stretch pocket, Napoleon pocket under front flap
Internal Compartments Interior sleeve Laptop sleeve, tablet sleeve,
Side Pockets Side pockets can fit water bottle Side stretch pocket
Water Bottle Yes Yes
Handles Top grab handle Top grab handle
Loops and Attachments Webbing loops on shoulder straps Front daisy chain
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Laptop sleeve fits up to 13" Padded; 15" to 17" laptops
Tablet Sleeve Padded; 15" to 17" tablet
Organizer Pocket Front utility pocket
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 Spire Laptop Backpack 2.0 by Timbuk2.


TIMBUK2 's Robin Commuter Backpack is a Commuter backpack with Everyday features while Timbuk2's Spire Laptop Backpack 2.0 is a Laptop backpack with Work 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 Spire Laptop Backpack 2.0's capacity is 26L with a size of 5.91 x 11.81 x 19.69 inches. Constructed from it weighs 2.0 pounds and is available in Jet Black.