The main difference between the Swissgear 1923 ScanSmart Laptop Backpack and the Targus 15-16" Transpire™ Advanced Backpack is that the 1923 ScanSmart Laptop Backpack has Water Proof / Water Resistant (Weather resistant material) while the 15-16" Transpire™ Advanced Backpack does not.
Specs | Brand | Swissgear | Targus |
Name | 1923 ScanSmart Laptop Backpack | 15-16" Transpire™ Advanced Backpack | |
Category | Laptop | Laptop | |
Sub Category | Travel | Travel | |
Capacity (L) | 31L | 18L | |
Dimensions (in) | 18 x 13 x 8.5 | 19.29 x 12.98 x 5.71 | |
Weight (lb) | 3.3 | 1.67 | |
Fabric | Durable 1200D Polyester | ||
Color | Black, Noir Satin, Rich Navy | Black | |
Warranty | Swissgear 10 Year Extended Limited Warranty | Limited Lifetime Warranty | |
Release Date | October 6, 2017 | July 26, 2022 | |
Rating | 4.7 | ||
Price | Under $75 | Under $100 | |
General Features | Shoulder Straps | Ergonomically contoured, padded shoulder straps | Adjustable shoulder straps with webbing hook and loop detail |
Water Proof / Water Resistant | Weather resistant material | ||
Zippers | Metal zipper with string and plastic pulls | ||
Main Compartment Access | Normal zipped access | Normal top two way zip access | |
External Pockets | 3 zipped front pockets and 4 side pockets | 3 external pockets | |
Internal Compartments | Multi-compartment with divider pockets | Laptop sleeve, tablet sleeve | |
Side Pockets | Side pockets can fit water bottle and other accessories | 2 side pockets | |
Water Bottle | Yes | Yes | |
Handles | Reinforced, molded top handle | Top grab handle | |
Loops and Attachments | Carabiner clip, daisy chains | Sunglasses loop | |
USB Charger | USB equipped charging capability | ||
Headset Opening | Headphone port | ||
Lightweight | Lightweight | ||
Business & School Features | Laptop Sleeve | Dedicated, enhanced laptop compartment compartment holds up to 17" | Dedicated, padded laptop compartment with SafePort® Sling Protection System |
Tablet Sleeve | Separate floating tablet pocket | Padded | |
Organizer Pocket | Front utility pocket with organizer | ||
Travel Features | Carry-on Size Compliant | Fits the airlines carry-on sizer and planes overhead bin | |
TSA Approved / Friendly | TSA approved | ||
Compression Straps | External side compression straps | ||
Luggage Straps / Trolley Sleeve | Trolley strap | ||
Base / Bottom | Water-resistant base | ||
Hiking / Backpacking Features | Back Panel | Padded back panel | Padded, contoured back |
Rain Cover | Built-in rain cover | ||
Ergonomic | Ergonomic design | ||
Ventilated Back | Superior back ventilation | ||
Reflective Safety Strips | Reflective accents | ||
Anti Theft Features | Lockable Zippers | Lockable zipper heads | |
Hidden Pocket | Hidden pocket with built-in rain cover | ||
RFID Blocking | RFID pockets |
Swissgear 's 1923 ScanSmart Laptop Backpack is a Laptop backpack with Travel features while Targus 's 15-16" Transpire™ Advanced Backpack is a Laptop backpack with Travel features.
The Swissgear 1923 ScanSmart Laptop Backpack has a capacity of 31L (liters), weighs 3.3 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 18 x 13 x 8.5. It's made of Durable 1200D Polyester and is available in Black, Noir Satin, Rich Navy in comparison the Targus 15-16" Transpire™ Advanced Backpack's capacity is 18L with a size of 19.29 x 12.98 x 5.71 inches. Constructed from it weighs 1.67 pounds and is available in Black.
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