Thule EnRoute 23L vs Timbuk2 Spire Laptop Backpack 2.0
The Thule EnRoute 23L is 23L and 0.91kg2lb; the Timbuk2 Spire Laptop Backpack 2.0 is 23L and 0.9kg2lb. The Timbuk2 Spire Laptop Backpack 2.0 is 0.01kg0lb lighter. The Thule EnRoute 23L costs $9.049999999999997 less. The Thule EnRoute 23L fits the carry-on limit of 32 of 36 major airlines and the Timbuk2 Spire Laptop Backpack 2.0 fits 36; under the seat, 0 and 0 of 26.
| Spec | Thule EnRoute 23L | Timbuk2 Spire Laptop Backpack 2.0 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $109.95Best | $119 |
| Volume | 23L | 23L |
| Weight | 0.91kg2lb | 0.9kg2lbBest |
| Carry-on compliance | 89% | 100%Best |
| Personal-item compliance | 0% | 0% |
| Dimensions | 46.5×30×21.6cm18.5×12×8.5in | 47×31×14.5cm18.5×12×5.5in |
| Laptop | 16"Best | 15" |
| Bottle pockets | 2 | 1 |
| Opening | n/a | Flap top with a vertical zipper |
| Warranty | Lifetime | Lifetime |
| Organizer | Yes | Yes |
| Shoe compartment | No | No |
| Hydration sleeve | No | No |
| Frame sheet | No | No |
| Water-resistant | No | Yes |
| Rain cover | No | No |
| MOLLE | No | No |
| Hip belt | No | No |
| Sternum strap | Yes | No |
| Load lifters | No | No |
| Shoulder strap | No | No |
| Luggage pass-through | Yes | No |
| Camera compartment | No | No |
| Material | bluesign approved, 100% 400Dx400D nylon Oxford plain | Eco 900D polyester |
| Last checked | 2026-10 | 2026-09 |
Where their airline fit differs
| Airline | Limit | Thule EnRoute 23L | Timbuk2 Spire Laptop Backpack 2.0 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Air Arabia | Carry-on | Too big | Fits |
| Air India | Carry-on | Too big | Fits |
| Ryanair | Carry-on | Too big | Fits |
| Vueling | Carry-on | Too big | Fits |
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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.