TIMBUK2 Spirit Laptop Backpack vs TIMBUK2 Custom Prospect Backpack

The main difference between the Timbuk2 Spirit Laptop Backpack and the Timbuk2 Custom Prospect Backpack is that the Spirit Laptop Backpack has Zippers (Nylon zipper with string and plastic pulls) while the Custom Prospect Backpack does not.

TIMBUK2 Spirit Laptop Backpack - Front View
TIMBUK2 Custom Prospect Backpack - Front View
Specs Brand Timbuk2 Timbuk2
Name Spirit Laptop Backpack Custom Prospect Backpack
Category Laptop Commuter
Sub Category Work Daypack
Capacity (L) 16L 22L
Dimensions (in) 9.84 x 5.31 x 15.35
Weight (lb) 1.1 2.4
Fabric 100% recycled nylon and polyester from pre- and post-consumer materials
Color Eco Nautical Pop Army
Warranty Lifetime Warranty Lifetime Warranty
Rating 3.3
Price Under $100 Under $159
General Features Shoulder Straps S-shaped curved - adjustable padded strap Straight - adjustable padded strap
Sternum / Chest Straps Adjustable chest strap
Zippers Nylon zipper with string and plastic pulls
Main Compartment Access Normal top two way zip access Flap colosure
External Pockets 2 side pockets, 1 front zip pocket 2 side pockets, 1 front pocket
Internal Compartments Laptop sleeve Internal organizer for pens, phones, laptop sleeve,
Side Pockets 2 side pockets 2 side pockets
Water Bottle Yes Yes
Handles Top grab handle Top grab handle
Loops and Attachments Daisy chain under front vista loop
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Padded; 13" laptop Padded
Organizer Pocket Internal organizer
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Padded Padded

You're currently comparing the Spirit Laptop Backpack by Timbuk2 against the Custom Prospect Backpack by Timbuk2.


Timbuk2's Spirit Laptop Backpack is a Laptop backpack with Work features while Timbuk2's Custom Prospect Backpack is a Commuter backpack with Daypack features.

The Timbuk2 Spirit Laptop Backpack has a capacity of 16L (liters), weighs 1.1 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 9.84 x 5.31 x 15.35. It's made of 100% recycled nylon and polyester from pre- and post-consumer materials and is available in Eco Nautical Pop in comparison the Timbuk2 Custom Prospect Backpack's capacity is 22L with a size of inches. Constructed from it weighs 2.4 pounds and is available in Army.