Timbuk2 Alcatraz Backpack vs Timbuk2 Division Laptop Backpack Deluxe
The Timbuk2 Alcatraz Backpack is 18L and 0.99kg2.2lb; the Timbuk2 Division Laptop Backpack Deluxe is 18L and 1kg2.2lb. The Timbuk2 Alcatraz Backpack is 0.01kg0lb lighter. The Timbuk2 Division Laptop Backpack Deluxe costs $10 less. The Timbuk2 Alcatraz Backpack fits the carry-on limit of 35 of 36 major airlines and the Timbuk2 Division Laptop Backpack Deluxe fits 36; under the seat, 0 and 7 of 26.
| Spec | Timbuk2 Alcatraz Backpack | Timbuk2 Division Laptop Backpack Deluxe |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $169 | $159Best |
| Volume | 18L | 18L |
| Weight | 0.99kg2.2lbBest | 1kg2.2lb |
| Carry-on compliance | 97% | 100%Best |
| Personal-item compliance | 0% | 27%Best |
| Dimensions | 51×33×15.3cm20×13×6in | 44×27×13cm17.5×10.5×5in |
| Laptop | 17"Best | 15" |
| Bottle pockets | n/a | 1 |
| 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 | No | No |
| Load lifters | No | No |
| Shoulder strap | No | No |
| Luggage pass-through | No | Yes |
| Camera compartment | No | No |
| Material | Eco Cordura 1200 x 1500D recycled polyester canvas | 200D x 200D x 600D nylon |
| Last checked | 2026-09 | 2026-09 |
Where their airline fit differs
| Airline | Limit | Timbuk2 Alcatraz Backpack | Timbuk2 Division Laptop Backpack Deluxe |
|---|---|---|---|
| Allegiant Air | Personal item | Too big | Fits |
| American Airlines | Personal item | Too big | Fits |
| British Airways | Personal item | Too big | Fits |
| easyJet | Personal item | Too big | Fits |
| Frontier Airlines | Personal item | Too big | Fits |
| LATAM Airlines | Personal item | Too big | Fits |
| Qatar Airways | Carry-on | Too big | Fits |
| Volaris | Personal item | 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.