Ortlieb Velocity 23L vs Timbuk2 Spire Laptop Backpack 2.0
The Ortlieb Velocity 23L is 23L and 0.88kg1.9lb; the Timbuk2 Spire Laptop Backpack 2.0 is 23L and 0.9kg2lb. The Ortlieb Velocity 23L is 0.02kg0lb lighter. The Timbuk2 Spire Laptop Backpack 2.0 costs $36 less. The Ortlieb Velocity 23L fits the carry-on limit of 36 of 36 major airlines and the Timbuk2 Spire Laptop Backpack 2.0 fits 36; under the seat, 0 and 0 of 26.
| Spec | Ortlieb Velocity 23L | Timbuk2 Spire Laptop Backpack 2.0 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $155 | $119Best |
| Volume | 23L | 23L |
| Weight | 0.88kg1.9lbBest | 0.9kg2lb |
| Carry-on compliance | 100% | 100% |
| Personal-item compliance | 0% | 0% |
| Dimensions | 50×30×16cm19.5×12×6.5in | 47×31×14.5cm18.5×12×5.5in |
| Laptop | sleeve, size not published | 15" |
| Bottle pockets | n/a | 1 |
| Opening | Roll-top, roll closure | Flap top with a vertical zipper |
| Warranty | 5 years | Lifetime |
| Organizer | No | Yes |
| 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 | Removable | No |
| Sternum strap | Removable | No |
| Load lifters | No | No |
| Shoulder strap | No | No |
| Luggage pass-through | No | No |
| Camera compartment | No | No |
| Material | PVC-coated polyester (PD620) and PVC-coated Cordura (PS620C) | Eco 900D polyester |
| Last checked | 2026-09 | 2026-09 |
Where their airline fit differs
Both bags pass and fail the same airline size limits.
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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.