TOM BIHN® ALTERNATIVE
With all the work and travel bag choices out there, it can be overwhelming to sift through the universe of possible alternatives to Tom Bihn®. To help make the process easier, the chart below compares Tom Bihn® key features to similar best-selling competitors (this information comes from each brand’s website so you don’t have to go looking for it yourself)
Tom Bihn® Backpack Alternatives
Accurate as of 02/27/2023
Brand Name
KNACK®
KNACK®
Tom Bihn®
Tom Bihn®
$235
$295
$310
$320
PRIMARY USE
Every day + Travel
Every day + Travel
Everyday
Travel
SIZE AND WEIGHT
EXTERIOR DIMENSION - UNEXPANDED
19"H x 12"W x 4.5"D
19"H x 12"W x 4.5"D
16"H x 11.4"W x 9.4"D
20"H x 13.4"W x 10.8"D
EXTERIOR DIMENSION - EXPANDED
19"H x 12"W x 9.5"D
19"H x 12"W x 9"D
Does Not Expand
Does Not Expand
CAPACITY UNEXPANDED
27L
24L
22L
30L
CAPACITY EXPANDED
39L
35L
Does Not Expand
Does Not Expand
WEIGHT
2 lbs. 11oz
3 lbs
400 Denier Halcyon: 2 lbs. 2.8 oz
525 High-Tenacity 2x2 Ballistic Nylon: 2 lbs. 4.5 oz
420 Denier HT Nylon Classic Parapack: 2 lbs. 5.1 oz.
400 Denier Halcyon: 2 lbs. 8.6 oz.
525 High-Tenacity 2x2 Ballistic Nylon: 2 lbs. 11 oz
420 Denier HT Nylon Classic Parapack: 2 lbs. 11.9 oz
Expansion Function
360° Full Perimeter Expansion Zipper
360° Full Perimeter Expansion Zipper
None
None
Materials
EXTERIOR MATERIALS
Water Resistant, 1200 Denier, Hi-Twist Polyester With Cire Coating
Water Resistant, 420 Denier, Hi-Twist Nylon with 840 Denier Ballistic Nylon Bottom With Double PU Coating
Water-Resistant, 400 Denier, Halcyon/420 Denier Nylon Ripstop
Water-Resistant, 525 High-Tenacity 2x2 Ballistic Nylon
Water-Resistant, 420 Denier HT Nylon Classic Parapack
Water-Resistant, 400 Denier Halcyon/420 Denier Nylon Ripstop
Water-Resistant, 525 High-Tenacity 2x2 Ballistic Nylon
Water-Resistant, 420 Denier HT Nylon Classic Parapack
LINING MATERIAL
150 Denier Anti-Microbial Nylon with Water and Satin Resistant Treatment
150 Denier Anti-Microbial Nylon with Water and Satin Resistant Treatment
200 Denier Halcyon/Nylon Ripstop
210 Denier Cerylon High-Tenacity Nylon Ripstop
200 Denier Halcyon/Nylon Ripstop
210 Denier Cerylon High-Tenacity Nylon Ripstop
COMPARTMENTS
Front Organization Compartment
Main Everyday Compartment
Front Organization Pocket
Front Organization Compartment
Main Everyday Compartment
Hidden Expandable Suitcase Compartment
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Main Compartment
.
Main Compartment
COMPARTMENT OPENINGS
Main Everyday Compartment: Clamshell Opening
Suitace Compartment: Book Opening
Main Everyday Compartment: Clamshell Opening
Suitace Compartment: Book Opening
Main Everyday Compartment: Clamshell Opening
Main Everyday Compartment: Clamshell Opening
Features
LAPTOP SIZE
Up to 15.6"
Up to 15.6"
Up to 13"
Up to 16"
LAPTOP PROTECTION
Padded Laptop Compartment With Suspension Sling
Padded Laptop Compartment With Suspension Sling
Suspended, Padded Laptop Pocket
Suspended, Padded Laptop Pocket
Luggage Handle Attachment
Horizontal Trolley Sleeve
Horizontal Trolley Sleeve
Vertical Trolley Sleeve
Vertical Trolley Sleeve
RFID POCKET
Yes
Yes
None
None
WATER BOTTLE POCKET
Hidden Exterior Zip Pocket
Hidden Exterior Zip Pocket
Hidden Exterior Zip Pocket
Hidden Exterior Zip Pocket
LOCKABLE ZIPPER PULLERS
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
TUCK AWAY SHOULDER STRAPS
Yes
Yes
No
No
STERNUM STRAP
Adjustable, Removeable
Adjustable, Removeable
Adjustable, Removeable
Adjustable, Removeable
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What Makes Knack Different than Tom Bihn®
"It has room for everything I need to take it from the office, to the road, to the hotel, to the field, and back again" -Martin
- Slim and lightweight for everyday use
- Everyday compartment with tons of organization pockets
- Easy-access side laptop compartment with protective padding and sling
- Separate hidden suitcase compartment that expands when you need it
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