The main difference between the Targus 15-16” Drifter Essentials Backpack and the Swissgear 1900 ScanSmart Laptop Backpack is that the 15-16” Drifter Essentials Backpack has Zippers (Nylon zipper with metal pulls) while the 1900 ScanSmart Laptop Backpack does not.
Specs | Brand | Targus | Swissgear |
Name | 15-16” Drifter Essentials Backpack | 1900 ScanSmart Laptop Backpack | |
Category | Laptop | Laptop | |
Sub Category | Travel | Travel | |
Capacity (L) | 28L | 31L | |
Dimensions (in) | 17.00 x 5.00 x 20.00 | 18.5 x 13.25 x 9 | |
Weight (lb) | 2.66 | 3.3 | |
Fabric | Durable 1200D Ballistic Polyester Fabric | ||
Color | Black | 6 colors and patterns | |
Warranty | Limited Lifetime Warranty | Swissgear 10 Year Extended Limited Warranty | |
Release Date | August 26, 2013 | ||
Rating | 4.7 | ||
Price | Under $100 | Under $100 | |
General Features | Shoulder Straps | Padded, contoured shoulder straps | Contoured, padded shoulder straps |
Water Proof / Water Resistant | Weather resistant material | ||
Zippers | Nylon zipper with metal pulls | ||
Main Compartment Access | Normal top two way zip access | Splayed | |
External Pockets | 7 external pockets | 3 zipped front pockets and 4 side pockets | |
Internal Compartments | Padded laptop compartment with zippered pocket for small accessories, 3 additional large compartments | Multi-compartment with divider pockets | |
Side Pockets | 4 side pockets | Side pockets fit water bottle and other accessories | |
Water Bottle | Yes | Yes | |
Handles | Rugged carry handle | Rugged molded top handle | |
Loops and Attachments | Daisy chains, carabiner hook | ||
Business & School Features | Laptop Sleeve | Padded; 16" Laptops and Under | Integrated laptop compartment holds up to 17" with adjustable divider |
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 | ||
Base / Bottom | Durable, water-resistant base | ||
Hiking / Backpacking Features | Back Panel | Padded | Heavily padded back panel |
Ergonomic | Ergonomically contoured straps | ||
Ventilated Back | Superior back ventilation | ||
Anti Theft Features | Lockable Zippers | Lockable zipper heads |
Targus 's 15-16” Drifter Essentials Backpack is a Laptop backpack with Travel features while Swissgear 's 1900 ScanSmart Laptop Backpack is a Laptop backpack with Travel features.
The Targus 15-16” Drifter Essentials Backpack has a capacity of 28L (liters), weighs 2.66 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 17.00 x 5.00 x 20.00. It's made of and is available in Black in comparison the Swissgear 1900 ScanSmart Laptop Backpack's capacity is 31L with a size of 18.5 x 13.25 x 9 inches. Constructed from Durable 1200D Ballistic Polyester Fabric it weighs 3.3 pounds and is available in 6 colors and patterns.
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