TIMBUK2 Spire Laptop Backpack 2.0 vs Incase City Compact with Cordura Backpack

The main difference between the Timbuk2 Spire Laptop Backpack 2.0 and the Incase City Compact with Cordura Backpack is that the Spire Laptop Backpack 2.0 has Sternum / Chest Straps (Adjustable chest strap) while the City Compact with Cordura Backpack does not.

TIMBUK2 Spire Laptop Backpack 2.0 - Front View
Incase City Compact with Cordura Backpack - Front View
Specs Brand Timbuk2 Incase
Name Spire Laptop Backpack 2.0 City Compact with Cordura Backpack
Category Laptop Laptop
Sub Category Work Work
Capacity (L) 26L 17.5L
Dimensions (in) 5.91 x 11.81 x 19.69 8 x 13 x 5
Weight (lb) 2.0 1.79
Fabric 500D Cordura material
Color Jet Black Black
Warranty Lifetime Warranty
Release Date April 21, 2020
Rating 4.6 4.1
Price Under $150 Under $250
General Features Shoulder Straps J shape - adjustable padded strap J shape - adjustable padded strap
Sternum / Chest Straps Adjustable chest strap
Water Proof / Water Resistant Water-resistant
Zippers Nylon zipper with string pulls Nylon zipper with string pulls
Main Compartment Access Flap with buckle Normal top two way zip access
External Pockets Side stretch pocket, Napoleon pocket under front flap
Internal Compartments Laptop sleeve, tablet sleeve, Laptop sleeve
Side Pockets Side stretch pocket
Water Bottle Yes
Handles Top grab handle Top grab handle
Loops and Attachments Front daisy chain
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Padded; 15" to 17" laptops Padded; 16" Laptop
Tablet Sleeve Padded; 15" to 17" tablet Padded
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Padded Padded

You're currently comparing the Spire Laptop Backpack 2.0 by Timbuk2 against the City Compact with Cordura Backpack by Incase .


Timbuk2's Spire Laptop Backpack 2.0 is a Laptop backpack with Work features while Incase 's City Compact with Cordura Backpack is a Laptop backpack with Work features.

The Timbuk2 Spire Laptop Backpack 2.0 has a capacity of 26L (liters), weighs 2.0 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 5.91 x 11.81 x 19.69. It's made of and is available in Jet Black in comparison the Incase City Compact with Cordura Backpack's capacity is 17.5L with a size of 8 x 13 x 5 inches. Constructed from 500D Cordura material it weighs 1.79 pounds and is available in Black.