TIMBUK2 Spire Laptop Backpack 2.0 vs TIMBUK2 Lane Commuter Backpack

The main difference between the Timbuk2 Spire Laptop Backpack 2.0 and the Timbuk2 Lane Commuter Backpack is that the Spire Laptop Backpack 2.0 has Loops and Attachments (Front daisy chain) while the Lane Commuter Backpack does not.

TIMBUK2 Spire Laptop Backpack 2.0 - Front View
TIMBUK2 Lane Commuter Backpack - Front View
Specs Brand Timbuk2 Timbuk2
Name Spire Laptop Backpack 2.0 Lane Commuter Backpack
Category Laptop Laptop
Sub Category Work Commuter
Capacity (L) 26L 18L
Dimensions (in) 5.91 x 11.81 x 19.69 5.91 x 10.83 x 17.72
Weight (lb) 2.0 2.4
Color Jet Black Jet Black
Warranty Lifetime Warranty Lifetime Warranty
Release Date April 21, 2020
Rating 4.6 4.2
Price Under $150 Under $200
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 Ultra water-resistant drop liner
Zippers Nylon zipper with string pulls Nylon zipper with metal and string pulls
Main Compartment Access Flap with buckle Normal top zip access
External Pockets Side stretch pocket, Napoleon pocket under front flap 2 front zip pockets, 2 side pockets
Internal Compartments Laptop sleeve, tablet sleeve, Laptop sleeve
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" laptops
Tablet Sleeve Padded; 15" to 17" tablet
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Padded Padded
Rain Cover Removable, reflective rainfly

You're currently comparing the Spire Laptop Backpack 2.0 by Timbuk2 against the Lane Commuter Backpack by Timbuk2.


Timbuk2's Spire Laptop Backpack 2.0 is a Laptop backpack with Work features while Timbuk2's Lane Commuter Backpack is a Laptop 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 Lane Commuter Backpack's capacity is 18L with a size of 5.91 x 10.83 x 17.72 inches. Constructed from it weighs 2.4 pounds and is available in Jet Black.