TIMBUK2 Spire Laptop Backpack 2.0 vs TIMBUK2 Custom Alcatraz Laptop Backpack

The main difference between the Timbuk2 Spire Laptop Backpack 2.0 and the Timbuk2 Custom Alcatraz Laptop Backpack is that the Spire Laptop Backpack 2.0 has Water Proof / Water Resistant (Water-resistant) while the Custom Alcatraz Laptop Backpack does not.

TIMBUK2 Spire Laptop Backpack 2.0 - Front View
TIMBUK2 Custom Alcatraz Laptop Backpack - Front View
Specs Brand Timbuk2 Timbuk2
Name Spire Laptop Backpack 2.0 Custom Alcatraz Laptop Backpack
Category Laptop Laptop
Sub Category Work Work
Capacity (L) 26L 18L
Dimensions (in) 5.91 x 11.81 x 19.69 13 x 6 x 20.1
Weight (lb) 2.0 2.2
Color Jet Black
Warranty Lifetime Warranty Lifetime Warranty
Release Date April 21, 2020
Rating 4.6
Price Under $150 Under $150
General Features Shoulder Straps J shape - adjustable padded strap J shape - adjustable padded strap
Sternum / Chest Straps Adjustable chest strap Adjustable chest strap
Water Proof / Water Resistant Water-resistant
Zippers Nylon zipper with string pulls Nylon zipper with metal pulls
Main Compartment Access Flap with buckle Normal top two way zip access
External Pockets Side stretch pocket, Napoleon pocket under front flap 2 front pocket, 2 side pockets
Internal Compartments Laptop sleeve, tablet sleeve, Internal organizer for pens, phones, and other small stuff
Side Pockets Side stretch pocket 2 side pockets
Water Bottle Yes Yes
Handles Top grab handle Top grab handle
Loops and Attachments Front daisy chain Vista loop for attaching blinky bike lights
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Padded; 15" to 17" laptops Padded; 17" MacBook Pro
Tablet Sleeve Padded; 15" to 17" tablet Padded
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Padded Channeled air mesh ventilated back panel

You're currently comparing the Spire Laptop Backpack 2.0 by Timbuk2 against the Custom Alcatraz Laptop Backpack by Timbuk2.


Timbuk2's Spire Laptop Backpack 2.0 is a Laptop backpack with Work features while Timbuk2's Custom Alcatraz Laptop 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 Timbuk2 Custom Alcatraz Laptop Backpack's capacity is 18L with a size of 13 x 6 x 20.1 inches. Constructed from it weighs 2.2 pounds and is available in .