TIMBUK2 Vert Backpack vs TIMBUK2 Spire Laptop Backpack 2.0

The main difference between the TIMBUK2 Vert Backpack and the Timbuk2 Spire Laptop Backpack 2.0 is that the Vert Backpack has Organizer Pocket (Front utility pocket with organizer) while the Spire Laptop Backpack 2.0 does not.

TIMBUK2 Vert Backpack Front View
TIMBUK2 Spire Laptop Backpack 2.0 - Front View
Specs Brand TIMBUK2 Timbuk2
Name Vert Backpack Spire Laptop Backpack 2.0
Category Sports Laptop
Sub Category Skateboard Work
Capacity (L) 19L 26L
Dimensions (in) 12.2 x 6.3 x 19.3 5.91 x 11.81 x 19.69
Weight (lb) 2.4 2.0
Fabric 1830D Cordura Canvas
Color 3 colors and patterns Jet Black
Warranty TIMBUK2 Lifetime Warranty Lifetime Warranty
Release Date August 16, 2018 April 21, 2020
Rating 4.5 4.6
Price Under $175 Under $150
General Features Shoulder Straps Padded adjustable shoulder straps J shape - adjustable padded strap
Sternum / Chest Straps Removable sternum strap Adjustable chest strap
Water Proof / Water Resistant Water-resistant
Zippers YKK zippers Nylon zipper with string pulls
Main Compartment Access Normal zipped access Flap with buckle
External Pockets 2 zipped front pockets and 2 side pockets Side stretch pocket, Napoleon pocket under front flap
Internal Compartments Laptop sleeve, tablet sleeve,
Side Pockets Side pockets can fit water bottle Side stretch pocket
Water Bottle Yes Yes
Handles Top grab handle Top grab handle
Loops and Attachments Front tension straps for skateboard or yoga mat, hex shape beer tikki bottle opener, vista loop for attaching bike lights Front daisy chain
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Padded laptop compartment fits up to 17" Padded; 15" to 17" laptops
Tablet Sleeve Padded; 15" to 17" tablet
Organizer Pocket Front utility pocket with organizer
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Padded
Ventilated Back Ventilated back panel

You're currently comparing the Vert Backpack by TIMBUK2 against the Spire Laptop Backpack 2.0 by Timbuk2.


TIMBUK2 's Vert Backpack is a Sports backpack with Skateboard features while Timbuk2's Spire Laptop Backpack 2.0 is a Laptop backpack with Work features.

The TIMBUK2 Vert Backpack has a capacity of 19L (liters), weighs 2.4 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 12.2 x 6.3 x 19.3. It's made of 1830D Cordura Canvas and is available in 3 colors and patterns in comparison the Timbuk2 Spire Laptop Backpack 2.0's capacity is 26L with a size of 5.91 x 11.81 x 19.69 inches. Constructed from it weighs 2.0 pounds and is available in Jet Black.