The main difference between the Swissgear 1908 ScanSmart Backpack and the Samsonite Modern Utility Travel Backpack is that the 1908 ScanSmart Backpack has Loops and Attachments (D-ring clip, sunglasses hook, and thumb-ring adjusters) while the Modern Utility Travel Backpack does not.
Specs | Brand | Swissgear | Samsonite |
Name | 1908 ScanSmart Backpack | Modern Utility Travel Backpack | |
Category | Laptop | Laptop | |
Sub Category | Travel | Travel | |
Capacity (L) | 31.8L | ||
Dimensions (in) | 18.25 x 12 x 8 | 11.42 x 6.69 x 19.69 | |
Weight (lb) | 2.4 | 2.0 | |
Fabric | Polyester | Two-tone Polyester | |
Color | 2 colors and patterns | Charcoal Heather | |
Warranty | SwissGear 10 Year Extended Limited Warranty | Samsonite Limited 3 Year Global Warranty | |
Release Date | ‎January 1, 2018 | ||
Rating | 4.7 | 4.6 | |
Price | Under $100 | Under $150 | |
General Features | Shoulder Straps | Ergonomically contoured shoulder straps | S-curve ergonomic shoulder straps |
Main Compartment Access | Normal zipped access | Clamshell | |
External Pockets | 2 zipped front pockets and 2 side pockets | 2 zipped front pockets and 2 side pockets | |
Internal Compartments | Large main compartment with media pocket | Roomy main compartment with interior zipped mesh pockets | |
Side Pockets | Side pockets can fit water bottle | Side pockets can fit water bottle | |
Water Bottle | Yes | Yes | |
Handles | Mesh padded grab handle | Top and front grab handles | |
Loops and Attachments | D-ring clip, sunglasses hook, and thumb-ring adjusters | ||
Business & School Features | Laptop Sleeve | Laptop compartment fits up to 17" | Padded laptop compartment fits up to 17" |
Tablet Sleeve | Tablet pocket | ||
Organizer Pocket | Front utility pocket with organizer | ||
Travel Features | TSA Approved / Friendly | Lay-flat, ScanSmart design | |
Compression Straps | Internal compression straps | ||
Hiking / Backpacking Features | Back Panel | Padded airflow back panel | Padded airmesh panels on back |
Gym / Sports Features | Shoe Compartment | Dedicated footwear compartment |
Swissgear 's 1908 ScanSmart Backpack is a Laptop backpack with Travel features while Samsonite's Modern Utility Travel Backpack is a Laptop backpack with Travel features.
The Swissgear 1908 ScanSmart Backpack has a capacity of 31.8L (liters), weighs 2.4 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 18.25 x 12 x 8. It's made of Polyester and is available in 2 colors and patterns in comparison the Samsonite Modern Utility Travel Backpack's capacity is with a size of 11.42 x 6.69 x 19.69 inches. Constructed from Two-tone Polyester it weighs 2.0 pounds and is available in Charcoal Heather.
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