The main difference between the Targus 15-16” Drifter Essentials Backpack and the Targus 16" Compact Rolling Backpack is that the 15-16” Drifter Essentials Backpack has Zippers (Nylon zipper with metal pulls) while the 16" Compact Rolling Backpack does not.
Specs | Brand | Targus | Targus |
Name | 15-16” Drifter Essentials Backpack | 16" Compact Rolling Backpack | |
Category | Laptop | Rolling | |
Sub Category | Travel | Laptop | |
Capacity (L) | 28L | 29L | |
Dimensions (in) | 17.00 x 5.00 x 20.00 | 13.80 x 19 x 9 | |
Weight (lb) | 2.66 | 4.3 | |
Fabric | Polyester | ||
Color | Black | Black | |
Warranty | Limited Lifetime Warranty | Targus Limited Lifetime Warranty | |
Release Date | March 30, 2011 | ||
Rating | 4.4 | ||
Price | Under $100 | Under $100 | |
General Features | Shoulder Straps | Padded, contoured shoulder straps | Padded adjustable shoulder straps |
Zippers | Nylon zipper with metal pulls | ||
Main Compartment Access | Normal top two way zip access | Clamshell | |
External Pockets | 7 external pockets | 2 front and 2 zipped side pockets | |
Internal Compartments | Padded laptop compartment with zippered pocket for small accessories, 3 additional large compartments | ||
Side Pockets | 4 side pockets | Side pockets can fit water bottle or umbrella | |
Water Bottle | Yes | Yes | |
Handles | Rugged carry handle | Soft-touch neoprene carrying top handle | |
Business & School Features | Laptop Sleeve | Padded; 16" Laptops and Under | Padded laptop sleeve fits up to 15.6" |
Tablet Sleeve | Padded tablet compartment | ||
Organizer Pocket | Front utility pocket with organizer | ||
Wheels & Handle | Quiet dual roller wheels and retractable handle | ||
Travel Features | TSA Approved / Friendly | TSA friendly | |
Compression Straps | Internal compression straps | ||
Stowable Straps | Stowable shoulder straps | ||
Base / Bottom | Durable, water-resistant base | ||
Hiking / Backpacking Features | Back Panel | Padded |
Targus 's 15-16” Drifter Essentials Backpack is a Laptop backpack with Travel features while Targus 's 16" Compact Rolling Backpack is a Rolling backpack with Laptop 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 Targus 16" Compact Rolling Backpack's capacity is 29L with a size of 13.80 x 19 x 9 inches. Constructed from Polyester it weighs 4.3 pounds and is available in Black .
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