TUMI Velocity Backpack vs TIMBUK2 Parker Commuter Backpack

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

TUMI Velocity Backpack - Front View
TIMBUK2 Commuter Backpack - Front View
Specs Brand TUMI Timbuk2
Name Velocity Backpack Commuter Parker Backpack
Category Commuter Commuter
Sub Category Everyday Everyday
Capacity (L) 42L
Dimensions (in) 17.0 x 12.0 x 5.5 ‎11.81 x 5.51 x 20.47
Weight (lb) 2.7 4.9
Fabric Coated weave
Color Carbon Jet Black
Warranty Lifetime Warranty
Release Date November 2, 2016
Rating 4.2
Price Under $1600 Under $250
General Features Shoulder Straps Straight - padded adjustable padded strap J shape - adjustable padded strap
Sternum / Chest Straps Adjustable chest strap
Hip Belt / Waist Strap Adjustable waist strap
Zippers Magnetic zippers Nylon zipper with metal pulls
Main Compartment Access Zip opening to main compartment Doubled roll top loading
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 front zip pockets, 2 side pockets
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® Laptop sleeve
Side Pockets 2 side elastic open pockets 2 side pockets
Water Bottle Yes
Handles Leather top carry handle Top grab handle
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Padded; fits up to a 15” PC or 16” MacBook screen) Padded; 15" laptop
Tablet Sleeve Padded
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Padded Padded
Rain Cover Detachable rain cover

You're currently comparing the Velocity Backpack by TUMI against the Commuter Parker Backpack by Timbuk2.


TUMI's Velocity Backpack is a Commuter backpack with Everyday features while Timbuk2's Commuter Parker Backpack is a Commuter backpack with Everyday 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 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.