TUMI Bradner Backpack vs TUMI Carson Backpack

The main difference between the TUMI Bradner Backpack and the TUMI Carson Backpack is that the Bradner Backpack has Zippers (Metal zipper) while the Carson Backpack does not.

TUMI Bradner Backpack - Front View
TUMI Carson Backpack Front View
Specs Brand TUMI TUMI
Name Bradner Backpack Carson Backpack
Category Carry On Laptop
Sub Category Travel Womens
Dimensions (in) 16.5 x 11.5 x 16.5 17 x 12 x 6
Weight (lb) 2.5 1.6
Fabric Nylon Nylon
Color Camo Jacquard 2 colors and patterns
Warranty TUMI Limited Warranty
Rating 4.8
Price Under $550 Under $400
General Features Shoulder Straps Straight - Padded/adjustable leather-trimmed backpack straps Padded adjustable shoulder straps
Zippers Metal zipper
Main Compartment Access Zip entry to main compartment Normal zipped access
External Pockets Zip entry to main compartment, front U-zip pocket, front straight-zip pocket with padded lining, back quick-access pocket with magnetic snap, retractable leather top handle, padded/adjustable leather-trimmed backpack straps, add-a-Bag sleeve 2 front and 2 side zipped pockets
Internal Compartments Padded laptop compartment (fits up to a 14" screen), zip pocket, 3 open pockets, 2 card pockets, 2 pen loops, key leash, TUMI Tracer®
Side Pockets Side pockets can fit water bottle and other accessories
Water Bottle Yes
Handles Retractable leather top handle Leather top handle
Loops and Attachments Add-A-Bag hook and monogrammable detachable leather dangler/key ring,
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Padded laptop compartment (fits up to a 14" screen) Padded laptop compartment fits up to 15"
Tablet Sleeve Padded tablet compartment
Travel Features Carry-on Size Compliant Fits the airlines carry-on sizer and planes overhead bin
Luggage Straps / Trolley Sleeve Add-a-Bag sleeve at the back Luggage sleeve
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Padded
Gym / Sports Features Waterproof Pouch Waterproof pocket

You're currently comparing the Bradner Backpack by TUMI against the Carson Backpack by TUMI .


TUMI's Bradner Backpack is a Carry On backpack with Travel features while TUMI 's Carson Backpack is a Laptop backpack with Womens features.

The TUMI Bradner Backpack has a capacity of (liters), weighs 2.5 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 16.5 x 11.5 x 16.5. It's made of Nylon and is available in Camo Jacquard in comparison the TUMI Carson Backpack's capacity is with a size of 17 x 12 x 6 inches. Constructed from Nylon it weighs 1.6 pounds and is available in 2 colors and patterns.