The main difference between the Swissgear 1900 ScanSmart Laptop Backpack and the Targus 15.6" Active Commuter Backpack is that the 1900 ScanSmart Laptop Backpack has Water Proof / Water Resistant (Weather resistant material) while the 15.6" Active Commuter Backpack does not.
Specs | Brand | Swissgear | Targus |
Name | 1900 ScanSmart Laptop Backpack | 15.6" Active Commuter Backpack | |
Category | Laptop | Laptop | |
Sub Category | Travel | Travel | |
Capacity (L) | 31L | 24L | |
Dimensions (in) | 18.5 x 13.25 x 9 | 12.75 x 18.00 x 7.50 | |
Weight (lb) | 3.3 | 2.06 | |
Fabric | Durable 1200D Ballistic Polyester Fabric | ||
Color | 6 colors and patterns | Black | |
Warranty | Swissgear 10 Year Extended Limited Warranty | Limited Lifetime Warranty | |
Release Date | August 26, 2013 | January 4, 2019 | |
Rating | 4.7 | 4.2 | |
Price | Under $100 | Under $100 | |
General Features | Shoulder Straps | Contoured, padded shoulder straps | Adjustable sternum strap |
Water Proof / Water Resistant | Weather resistant material | ||
Zippers | Nylon zipper with string and plastic pulls | ||
Main Compartment Access | Splayed | Normal top two way zip access | |
External Pockets | 3 zipped front pockets and 4 side pockets | 5 external pockets | |
Internal Compartments | Multi-compartment with divider pockets | Large compartment offers excellent laptop protection | |
Side Pockets | Side pockets fit water bottle and other accessories | 2 side pockets | |
Water Bottle | Yes | Yes | |
Handles | Rugged molded top handle | ||
Loops and Attachments | Daisy chains, carabiner hook | ||
Business & School Features | Laptop Sleeve | Integrated laptop compartment holds up to 17" with adjustable divider | Padded; 16" Laptops and Under |
Tablet Sleeve | Floating tablet safe pocket | ||
Organizer Pocket | Front utility pocket with organizer | ||
Travel Features | TSA Approved / Friendly | TSA approved | |
Compression Straps | External side compression straps | ||
Luggage Straps / Trolley Sleeve | Travel-friendly luggage trolley strap | ||
Base / Bottom | Rugged, weather-resistant base | ||
Hiking / Backpacking Features | Back Panel | Heavily padded back panel | Air mesh back panel |
Ergonomic | Ergonomically contoured straps | ||
Ventilated Back | Superior back ventilation | ||
Anti Theft Features | Lockable Zippers | Lockable zipper heads | |
Hidden Pocket | Hidden lumbar pocket |
Swissgear 's 1900 ScanSmart Laptop Backpack is a Laptop backpack with Travel features while Targus 's 15.6" Active Commuter Backpack is a Laptop backpack with Travel features.
The Swissgear 1900 ScanSmart Laptop Backpack has a capacity of 31L (liters), weighs 3.3 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 18.5 x 13.25 x 9 . It's made of Durable 1200D Ballistic Polyester Fabric and is available in 6 colors and patterns in comparison the Targus 15.6" Active Commuter Backpack's capacity is 24L with a size of 12.75 x 18.00 x 7.50 inches. Constructed from it weighs 2.06 pounds and is available in Black.
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