TUMI Velocity Backpack vs Carhartt 28L Nylon Cinch-Top Convertible Tote Backpack

The main difference between the TUMI Velocity Backpack and the Carhartt 28L Nylon Cinch-Top Convertible Tote Backpack is that the Velocity Backpack has Internal Compartments (Hook with leather strap for key ring, card pocket, 2 media open pockets, built-in USB port (power bank not included), padded tablet pocket, TUMI Tracer®) while the 28L Nylon Cinch-Top Convertible Tote Backpack does not.

TUMI Velocity Backpack - Front View
Carhartt 28L Nylon Cinch-Top Convertible Tote Backpack - Front View
Specs Brand TUMI Carhartt
Name Velocity Backpack 28L Nylon Cinch-Top Convertible Tote Backpack
Category Commuter Everyday
Sub Category Everyday Commuter
Capacity (L) 28L
Dimensions (in) 17.0 x 12.0 x 5.5 12 X 18 X 7.5
Weight (lb) 2.7
Fabric Coated weave Heavy-duty, 700-denier nylon
Color Carbon Carhartt Brown
Price Under $1600 Under $150
General Features Shoulder Straps Straight - padded adjustable padded strap Stowable shoulder straps
Water Proof / Water Resistant Rain Defender® durable water repellent
Zippers Magnetic zippers Nylon zipper with string pulls
Main Compartment Access Zip opening to main compartment Easy, quick-open cinch top
External Pockets Zip entry to padded laptop compartment (fits up to a 15” PC or 16” MacBook screen), add-a-Bag sleeve, luggage tag, built-in USB port, 2 side elastic open pockets, back open pocket with magnetic snap 2 side pockets, 2 front slip-in pockets, 1 front zip pocket
Internal Compartments Hook with leather strap for key ring, card pocket, 2 media open pockets, built-in USB port (power bank not included), padded tablet pocket, TUMI Tracer®
Side Pockets 2 side elastic open pockets 2 side pockets
Water Bottle Yes
Handles Leather top carry handle
Loops and Attachments 2 Rows of M.O.L.L.E Straps
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Padded; fits up to a 15” PC or 16” MacBook screen) Padded; 15” laptop
Tablet Sleeve Padded Padded
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Padded

You're currently comparing the Velocity Backpack by TUMI against the 28L Nylon Cinch-Top Convertible Tote Backpack by Carhartt.


TUMI's Velocity Backpack is a Commuter backpack with Everyday features while Carhartt's 28L Nylon Cinch-Top Convertible Tote Backpack is a Everyday backpack with Commuter features.

The TUMI Velocity Backpack has a capacity of (liters), weighs 2.7 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 17.0 x 12.0 x 5.5. It's made of Coated weave and is available in Carbon in comparison the Carhartt 28L Nylon Cinch-Top Convertible Tote Backpack's capacity is 28L with a size of 12 X 18 X 7.5 inches. Constructed from Heavy-duty, 700-denier nylon it weighs pounds and is available in Carhartt Brown.