Targus 15-16” Drifter Essentials Backpack vs Swissgear 1908 ScanSmart Backpack

The main difference between the Targus 15-16” Drifter Essentials Backpack and the Swissgear 1908 ScanSmart Backpack is that the 15-16” Drifter Essentials Backpack has Zippers (Nylon zipper with metal pulls) while the 1908 ScanSmart Backpack does not.

Targus 15-16” Drifter Essentials Backpack - Front View
Swissgear 1908 ScanSmart Backpack Front View
Specs Brand Targus Swissgear
Name 15-16” Drifter Essentials Backpack 1908 ScanSmart Backpack
Category Laptop Laptop
Sub Category Travel Travel
Capacity (L) 28L 31.8L
Dimensions (in) 17.00 x 5.00 x 20.00 18.25 x 12 x 8
Weight (lb) 2.66 2.4
Fabric Polyester
Color Black 2 colors and patterns
Warranty Limited Lifetime Warranty SwissGear 10 Year Extended Limited Warranty
Release Date ‎January 1, 2018
Rating 4.7
Price Under $100 Under $100
General Features Shoulder Straps Padded, contoured shoulder straps Ergonomically contoured shoulder straps
Zippers Nylon zipper with metal pulls
Main Compartment Access Normal top two way zip access Normal zipped access
External Pockets 7 external pockets 2 zipped front pockets and 2 side pockets
Internal Compartments Padded laptop compartment with zippered pocket for small accessories, 3 additional large compartments Large main compartment with media pocket
Side Pockets 4 side pockets Side pockets can fit water bottle
Water Bottle Yes Yes
Handles Rugged carry handle Mesh padded grab handle
Loops and Attachments D-ring clip, sunglasses hook, and thumb-ring adjusters
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Padded; 16" Laptops and Under Laptop compartment fits up to 17"
Organizer Pocket Front utility pocket with organizer
Travel Features TSA Approved / Friendly Lay-flat, ScanSmart design
Base / Bottom Durable, water-resistant base
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Padded Padded airflow back panel

You're currently comparing the 15-16” Drifter Essentials Backpack by Targus against the 1908 ScanSmart Backpack by Swissgear .


Targus 's 15-16” Drifter Essentials Backpack is a Laptop backpack with Travel features while Swissgear 's 1908 ScanSmart 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 1908 ScanSmart Backpack's capacity is 31.8L with a size of 18.25 x 12 x 8 inches. Constructed from Polyester it weighs 2.4 pounds and is available in 2 colors and patterns.