TUMI Velocity Backpack vs TUMI Carson Backpack

The main difference between the TUMI Velocity Backpack and the TUMI Carson Backpack is that the Velocity Backpack has Zippers (Magnetic zippers) while the Carson Backpack does not.

TUMI Velocity Backpack - Front View
TUMI Carson Backpack Front View
Specs Brand TUMI TUMI
Name Velocity Backpack Carson Backpack
Category Commuter Laptop
Sub Category Everyday Womens
Dimensions (in) 17.0 x 12.0 x 5.5 17 x 12 x 6
Weight (lb) 2.7 1.6
Fabric Coated weave Nylon
Color Carbon 2 colors and patterns
Warranty TUMI Limited Warranty
Rating 4.8
Price Under $1600 Under $400
General Features Shoulder Straps Straight - padded adjustable padded strap Padded adjustable shoulder straps
Zippers Magnetic zippers
Main Compartment Access Zip opening to main compartment Normal zipped access
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 and 2 side zipped 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®
Side Pockets 2 side elastic open pockets Side pockets can fit water bottle and other accessories
Water Bottle Yes
Handles Leather top carry handle Leather top handle
Loops and Attachments Add-A-Bag hook and monogrammable detachable leather dangler/key ring,
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Padded; fits up to a 15” PC or 16” MacBook screen) Padded laptop compartment fits up to 15"
Tablet Sleeve Padded Padded tablet compartment
Travel Features Luggage Straps / Trolley Sleeve Luggage sleeve
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Padded
Gym / Sports Features Waterproof Pouch Waterproof pocket

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


TUMI's Velocity Backpack is a Commuter backpack with Everyday features while TUMI 's Carson Backpack is a Laptop backpack with Womens 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 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.