The main difference between the Osprey Farpoint 40 Carry On Backpack and the Targus 15"-16" Mobile Elite Checkpoint-Friendly Backpack is that the Farpoint 40 Carry On Backpack has Sternum / Chest Straps (Sternum strap with whistle buckle) while the 15"-16" Mobile Elite Checkpoint-Friendly Backpack does not.
Specs | Brand | Osprey | Targus |
Name | Farpoint 40 Carry On Backpack | 15"-16" Mobile Elite Checkpoint-Friendly Backpack | |
Category | Carry On | Carry On | |
Sub Category | Travel | Travel | |
Capacity (L) | 40L | 26L | |
Dimensions (in) | 21 x 14 x 9 | 14.17 x 6.69 x 19.29 | |
Weight (lb) | 3.17 | 2.64 | |
Fabric | 210D Nylon Mini Hex Diamond Ripstop | ||
Color | 3 colors and patterns | Black | |
Warranty | Osprey Lifetime Warranty | Limited Lifetime Warranty | |
Release Date | June 7, 2015 | November 5, 2021 | |
Rating | 4.8 | 3.0 | |
Price | Under $175 | Under $100 | |
General Features | Shoulder Straps | Padded shoulder straps | S-shaped curved - adjustable padded strap |
Sternum / Chest Straps | Sternum strap with whistle buckle | ||
Hip Belt / Waist Strap | Adjustable hip belts | ||
Zippers | Nylon zipper with metal pulls | ||
Main Compartment Access | Clamshell | Normal top two way zip access | |
External Pockets | 2 front mesh pockets, 1 top, front, and bottom zipped pockets | 6 external pockets | |
Internal Compartments | Dedicated laptop compartment with SafePort® Sling Protection System | ||
Side Pockets | 2 side pockets | ||
Water Bottle | Front mesh pockets can fit water bottle | Yes | |
Handles | Padded top and side handles | Comfortable, top grab handle | |
Loops and Attachments | Gear loops | ||
Business & School Features | Laptop Sleeve | Lockable, padded laptop sleeve fits up to 15" | Padded; 16" laptop |
Tablet Sleeve | Lockable, padded tablet sleeve | ||
Travel Features | Carry-on Size Compliant | 44 linear inches carry on size compliant | Fits the airlines carry-on sizer and planes overhead bin |
Compression Straps | Internal and external compression straps | ||
Stowable Straps | Stowaway back panel, harness and hipbelt with zippered rear flap for protection | ||
Luggage Straps / Trolley Sleeve | Trolley strap secures to rolling luggage | ||
Base / Bottom | Water-resistant bottom | ||
Hiking / Backpacking Features | Back Panel | Breathable air mesh back | |
Anti Theft Features | Lockable Zippers | Lockable zipper head | |
Gym / Sports Features | Shoe Compartment | Bottom shoe compartment |
Osprey 's Farpoint 40 Carry On Backpack is a Carry On backpack with Travel features while Targus 's 15"-16" Mobile Elite Checkpoint-Friendly Backpack is a Carry On backpack with Travel features.
The Osprey Farpoint 40 Carry On Backpack has a capacity of 40L (liters), weighs 3.17 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 21 x 14 x 9. It's made of 210D Nylon Mini Hex Diamond Ripstop and is available in 3 colors and patterns in comparison the Targus 15"-16" Mobile Elite Checkpoint-Friendly Backpack's capacity is 26L with a size of 14.17 x 6.69 x 19.29 inches. Constructed from it weighs 2.64 pounds and is available in Black.
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