Columbia Unisex Zigzag 27L Backpack vs Targus 16" Drifter II Laptop Backpack

The main difference between the Columbia Unisex Zigzag 27L Backpack and the Targus 16" Drifter II Laptop Backpack is that the Unisex Zigzag 27L Backpack has Sternum / Chest Straps (Sternum strap with rescue whistle) while the 16" Drifter II Laptop Backpack does not.

Columbia Unisex Zigzag 27L Backpack Front View
Targus Drifter II Laptop Backpack
Specs Brand Columbia Targus
Name Unisex Zigzag 27L Backpack 16" Drifter II Laptop Backpack
Category Laptop Laptop
Sub Category School School
Capacity (L) 27L 28L
Dimensions (in) 11.81 x 7.87 x 1.97 17 x 20 x 5
Weight (lb) 2.7
Fabric 100% Polyester with PU coating Nylon
Color 4 Colors and patterns Black, Gray, Black/Gray
Warranty Columbia Limited Lifetime Warranty Targus Limited Lifetime Warranty
Release Date April 27, 2011
Rating 4.7 4.4
Price Under $75 Under $50
General Features Shoulder Straps Adjustable shoulder straps Heavily padded and contoured shoulder straps
Sternum / Chest Straps Sternum strap with rescue whistle
Water Proof / Water Resistant Water resistant material
Zippers Thick industrial zipper pulls
Main Compartment Access Normal zipped access Normal zipped access
External Pockets 2 front zipped pocket and 2 side pocket 3 front pockets, 1 top, 1 back pocket and 4 side pockets
Internal Compartments Organizational panel Multi-pockets in the front and main compartments
Side Pockets Side pockets can fit water bottle Side pockets can fit water bottle and other accessories
Water Bottle Yes Yes
Handles Top grab handle Sturdy molded plastic handle with metal grommets and cabling
Loops and Attachments Gear loops Hanging clasp
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Laptop sleeve fits laptop up to 15" Padded laptop compartment fits up to 16"
Tablet Sleeve Separate tablet pocket
Organizer Pocket Front organizer pocket Front utility pocket with organizer
Travel Features Base / Bottom Flat padded bottom panel Weather-resistant bottom
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Thick padded mesh back panel
Anti Theft Features Hidden Pocket Anti-theft back pocket

You're currently comparing the Unisex Zigzag 27L Backpack by Columbia against the 16" Drifter II Laptop Backpack by Targus .


Columbia 's Unisex Zigzag 27L Backpack is a Laptop backpack with School features while Targus 's 16" Drifter II Laptop Backpack is a Laptop backpack with School features.

The Columbia Unisex Zigzag 27L Backpack has a capacity of 27L (liters), weighs pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 11.81 x 7.87 x 1.97. It's made of 100% Polyester with PU coating and is available in 4 Colors and patterns in comparison the Targus 16" Drifter II Laptop Backpack's capacity is 28L with a size of 17 x 20 x 5 inches. Constructed from Nylon it weighs 2.7 pounds and is available in Black, Gray, Black/Gray .