TIMBUK2 Spire Laptop Backpack 2.0 vs TIMBUK2 Foundry Pack Backpack

The main difference between the Timbuk2 Spire Laptop Backpack 2.0 and the Timbuk2 Foundry Pack Backpack is that the Spire Laptop Backpack 2.0 has Sternum / Chest Straps (Adjustable chest strap) while the Foundry Pack Backpack does not.

TIMBUK2 Spire Laptop Backpack 2.0 - Front View
TIMBUK2 Foundry Pack Backpack - Front View
Specs Brand Timbuk2 Timbuk2
Name Spire Laptop Backpack 2.0 Foundry Pack Backpack
Category Laptop Leather
Sub Category Work Commuter
Capacity (L) 26L 18L
Dimensions (in) 5.91 x 11.81 x 19.69 ‎5.12 x 13.39 x 18.9
Weight (lb) 2.0 3.3
Fabric Premium waxed canvas and leather
Color Jet Black Scout
Warranty Lifetime Warranty Lifetime Warranty
Release Date April 21, 2020 February 1, 2019
Rating 4.6 4.4
Price Under $150 Under $250
General Features Shoulder Straps J shape - adjustable padded strap Straight - adjustable padded strap
Sternum / Chest Straps 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 Secure, silent magnetic closures
External Pockets Side stretch pocket, Napoleon pocket under front flap 1 front pocket, 2 side pockets
Internal Compartments Laptop sleeve, tablet sleeve, Laptop 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
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Padded; 15" to 17" laptops Padded; 15" laptop
Tablet Sleeve Padded; 15" to 17" tablet
Travel Features Luggage Straps / Trolley Sleeve Luggage pass-through
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Padded Padded

You're currently comparing the Spire Laptop Backpack 2.0 by Timbuk2 against the Foundry Pack Backpack by Timbuk2.


Timbuk2's Spire Laptop Backpack 2.0 is a Laptop backpack with Work features while Timbuk2's Foundry Pack Backpack is a Leather backpack with Commuter 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 Foundry Pack Backpack's capacity is 18L with a size of ‎5.12 x 13.39 x 18.9 inches. Constructed from Premium waxed canvas and leather it weighs 3.3 pounds and is available in Scout.