TIMBUK2 Spire Laptop Backpack 2.0 vs Samsonite Tectonic Lifestyle Crossfire Business Backpack

The main difference between the Timbuk2 Spire Laptop Backpack 2.0 and the Samsonite Tectonic Lifestyle Crossfire Business Backpack is that the Spire Laptop Backpack 2.0 has Sternum / Chest Straps (Adjustable chest strap) while the Tectonic Lifestyle Crossfire Business Backpack does not.

TIMBUK2 Spire Laptop Backpack 2.0 - Front View
Samsonite Tectonic Lifestyle Crossfire Business Backpack Front View
Specs Brand Timbuk2 Samsonite
Name Spire Laptop Backpack 2.0 Tectonic Lifestyle Crossfire Business Backpack
Category Laptop Laptop
Sub Category Work Work
Capacity (L) 26L
Dimensions (in) 5.91 x 11.81 x 19.69 6.25 x 12 x 17.7
Weight (lb) 2.0 2.0
Fabric Dyed Nylon
Color Jet Black Green/Black
Warranty Lifetime Warranty Samsonite Limited 3 Year Global Warranty
Release Date April 21, 2020
Rating 4.6 4.7
Price Under $150 Under $100
General Features Shoulder Straps J shape - adjustable padded strap Padded shoulder straps
Sternum / Chest Straps Adjustable chest strap
Water Proof / Water Resistant Water-resistant
Zippers Nylon zipper with string pulls Branded zipper pulls
Main Compartment Access Flap with buckle Normal zipped access
External Pockets Side stretch pocket, Napoleon pocket under front flap 3 zipped front pockets and 2 side pockets
Internal Compartments Laptop sleeve, tablet sleeve, Multiple interior pockets
Side Pockets Side stretch pocket Side pockets can fit water bottle and umbrella
Water Bottle Yes Yes
Handles Top grab handle Padded top grab handle
Loops and Attachments Front daisy chain
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Padded; 15" to 17" laptops Dedicated, padded laptop compartment fits up to 15.6"
Tablet Sleeve Padded; 15" to 17" tablet Tablet pocket
Organizer Pocket Front organizer pocket
Travel Features Luggage Straps / Trolley Sleeve SmartSleeve™
Base / Bottom Water resistant polyurethane coated bottom
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Padded Padded airmesh panels on back

You're currently comparing the Spire Laptop Backpack 2.0 by Timbuk2 against the Tectonic Lifestyle Crossfire Business Backpack by Samsonite.


Timbuk2's Spire Laptop Backpack 2.0 is a Laptop backpack with Work features while Samsonite's Tectonic Lifestyle Crossfire Business 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 Samsonite Tectonic Lifestyle Crossfire Business Backpack's capacity is with a size of 6.25 x 12 x 17.7 inches. Constructed from Dyed Nylon it weighs 2.0 pounds and is available in Green/Black.