TIMBUK2 Vapor Convertible Tote Backpack vs TIMBUK2 Parker Commuter Backpack

The main difference between the Timbuk2 Vapor Convertible Tote Backpack and the Timbuk2 Commuter Parker Backpack is that the Vapor Convertible Tote Backpack has Tablet Sleeve (Padded) while the Commuter Parker Backpack does not.

TIMBUK2 Vapor Convertible Tote Backpack - Front View
TIMBUK2 Commuter Backpack - Front View
Specs Brand Timbuk2 Timbuk2
Name Vapor Convertible Tote Backpack Commuter Parker Backpack
Category Laptop Commuter
Sub Category Work Everyday
Capacity (L) 42L
Dimensions (in) 11.81 x 4.33 x 17.32 ‎11.81 x 5.51 x 20.47
Weight (lb) 1.48 4.9
Fabric 100% recycled nylon and polyester
Color Jet Black Jet Black
Warranty Lifetime Warranty Lifetime Warranty
Release Date November 2, 2016
Rating 4.2 4.2
Price Under $150 Under $250
General Features Shoulder Straps Tuckable tote straps when wearing as a backpack; tuckable shoulder straps when carrying as a tote J shape - adjustable padded strap
Sternum / Chest Straps Adjustable chest strap
Hip Belt / Waist Strap Adjustable waist strap
Zippers Nylon zipper with metal pulls
Main Compartment Access Normal top zip access Doubled roll top loading
External Pockets Nylon zipper with webbing pulls 2 front zip pockets, 2 side pockets
Internal Compartments Laptop sleeve, Interior dual slip, scratch-free, tricot-lined pockets Laptop sleeve
Side Pockets 2 side pockets
Water Bottle Yes
Handles Two webbing top handles Top grab handle
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Padded laptop sleeve fits most 15" laptops/tablets Padded; 15" laptop
Tablet Sleeve Padded
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Padded Padded
Rain Cover Detachable rain cover

You're currently comparing the Vapor Convertible Tote Backpack by Timbuk2 against the Commuter Parker Backpack by Timbuk2.


Timbuk2's Vapor Convertible Tote Backpack is a Laptop backpack with Work features while Timbuk2's Commuter Parker Backpack is a Commuter backpack with Everyday features.

The Timbuk2 Vapor Convertible Tote Backpack has a capacity of (liters), weighs 1.48 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 11.81 x 4.33 x 17.32. It's made of 100% recycled nylon and polyester and is available in Jet Black in comparison the Timbuk2 Commuter Parker Backpack's capacity is 42L with a size of ‎11.81 x 5.51 x 20.47 inches. Constructed from it weighs 4.9 pounds and is available in Jet Black.