Element Strain Backpack vs Targus 16" Drifter II Laptop Backpack

Element Strain Backpack - Front View
Targus Drifter II Laptop Backpack
Specs Brand Element Targus
Name Strain Backpack 16" Drifter II Laptop Backpack
Category Laptop Laptop
Sub Category School School
Capacity (L) 27L 28L
Dimensions (in) 20 x 15 x 6 17 x 20 x 5
Weight (lb) 2 2.7
Fabric DWR recycled cotton canvas PU2 backing Nylon
Color Off Black Black, Gray, Black/Gray
Warranty Targus Limited Lifetime Warranty
Release Date April 27, 2011
Rating 4.4
Price Under $100 Under $50
General Features Shoulder Straps Ergonomic padded straps with 3D air mesh backing Heavily padded and contoured shoulder straps
Water Proof / Water Resistant Water resistant material
Zippers Thick industrial zipper pulls
Main Compartment Access Easy access zippered side entry. Normal zipped access
External Pockets 1 front zippered drop pocket 3 front pockets, 1 top, 1 back pocket and 4 side pockets
Internal Compartments 1 internal slots organizer Multi-pockets in the front and main compartments
Side Pockets Side pockets can fit water bottle and other accessories
Water Bottle Yes
Handles Sturdy molded plastic handle with metal grommets and cabling
Loops and Attachments Hanging clasp
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve 1 padded laptop sleeve 13" to 15" Padded laptop compartment fits up to 16"
Tablet Sleeve Separate tablet pocket
Organizer Pocket Front utility pocket with organizer
Travel Features Base / Bottom Reinforced ripstop bottom base Weather-resistant bottom
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Paded back panel Thick padded mesh back panel
Anti Theft Features Hidden Pocket Anti-theft back pocket

You're currently comparing the Strain Backpack by Element against the 16" Drifter II Laptop Backpack by Targus .


Element's Strain Backpack is a Laptop backpack with School features while Targus 's 16" Drifter II Laptop Backpack is a Laptop backpack with School features.

The Element Strain Backpack has a capacity of 27L (liters), weighs 2 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 20 x 15 x 6. It's made of DWR recycled cotton canvas PU2 backing and is available in Off Black 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 .