Able Carry Daily Backpack vs Timbuk2 Especial Scope Expandable Backpack
The Able Carry Daily Backpack is 20L and 1.2kg2.6lb; the Timbuk2 Especial Scope Expandable Backpack is 20L and 1.18kg2.6lb. The Timbuk2 Especial Scope Expandable Backpack is 0.02kg0lb lighter. The Able Carry Daily Backpack costs $70 less. The Able Carry Daily Backpack fits the carry-on limit of 36 of 36 major airlines and the Timbuk2 Especial Scope Expandable Backpack fits 35; under the seat, 0 and 0 of 26.
| Spec | Able Carry Daily Backpack | Timbuk2 Especial Scope Expandable Backpack |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $139Best | $209 |
| Volume | 20L | 20L |
| Expands to | n/a | 30L |
| Weight | 1.2kg2.6lb | 1.18kg2.6lbBest |
| Carry-on compliance | 100%Best | 97% |
| Personal-item compliance | 0% | 0% |
| Dimensions | 48×29×19cm19×11.5×7.5in | 51×31×12.5cm20×12×5in |
| Laptop | 16"Best | 15" |
| Bottle pockets | n/a | 2 |
| Warranty | Lifetime | Lifetime |
| Organizer | No | No |
| Shoe compartment | No | No |
| Hydration sleeve | No | No |
| Frame sheet | No | No |
| Water-resistant | Yes | Yes |
| Rain cover | No | No |
| MOLLE | No | No |
| Hip belt | No | No |
| Sternum strap | Yes | No |
| Load lifters | No | No |
| Shoulder strap | Yes | No |
| Luggage pass-through | No | No |
| Camera compartment | No | No |
| Material | Cordura 1000D Nylon | Coated polyester, reflective exterior |
| Last checked | 2026-09 | 2026-09 |
Where their airline fit differs
| Airline | Limit | Able Carry Daily Backpack | Timbuk2 Especial Scope Expandable Backpack |
|---|---|---|---|
| Qatar Airways | Carry-on | Fits | Too big |
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Specs come from each brand's own product page. Fit uses listed dimensions in any orientation. How we score carry-on fit.