TIMBUK2 Spirit Laptop Backpack vs TIMBUK2 Vapor Convertible Tote Backpack

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

TIMBUK2 Spirit Laptop Backpack - Front View
TIMBUK2 Vapor Convertible Tote Backpack - Front View
Specs Brand Timbuk2 Timbuk2
Name Spirit Laptop Backpack Vapor Convertible Tote Backpack
Category Laptop Laptop
Sub Category Work Work
Capacity (L) 16L
Dimensions (in) 9.84 x 5.31 x 15.35 11.81 x 4.33 x 17.32
Weight (lb) 1.1 1.48
Fabric 100% recycled nylon and polyester from pre- and post-consumer materials 100% recycled nylon and polyester
Color Eco Nautical Pop Jet Black
Warranty Lifetime Warranty Lifetime Warranty
Rating 3.3 4.2
Price Under $100 Under $150
General Features Shoulder Straps S-shaped curved - adjustable padded strap Tuckable tote straps when wearing as a backpack; tuckable shoulder straps when carrying as a tote
Zippers Nylon zipper with string and plastic pulls
Main Compartment Access Normal top two way zip access Normal top zip access
External Pockets 2 side pockets, 1 front zip pocket Nylon zipper with webbing pulls
Internal Compartments Laptop sleeve Laptop sleeve, Interior dual slip, scratch-free, tricot-lined pockets
Side Pockets 2 side pockets
Water Bottle Yes
Handles Top grab handle Two webbing top handles
Loops and Attachments Daisy chain under front vista loop
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Padded; 13" laptop Padded laptop sleeve fits most 15" laptops/tablets
Tablet Sleeve Padded
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Padded Padded

You're currently comparing the Spirit Laptop Backpack by Timbuk2 against the Vapor Convertible Tote Backpack by Timbuk2.


Timbuk2's Spirit Laptop Backpack is a Laptop backpack with Work features while Timbuk2's Vapor Convertible Tote Backpack is a Laptop backpack with Work 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 Vapor Convertible Tote Backpack's capacity is with a size of 11.81 x 4.33 x 17.32 inches. Constructed from 100% recycled nylon and polyester it weighs 1.48 pounds and is available in Jet Black.