Targus 15-16” Drifter Essentials Backpack vs TIMBUK2 Never Check Expandable Backpack

The main difference between the Targus 15-16” Drifter Essentials Backpack and the Timbuk2 Never Check Expandable Backpack is that the 15-16” Drifter Essentials Backpack has Base / Bottom (Durable, water-resistant base) while the Never Check Expandable Backpack does not.

Targus 15-16” Drifter Essentials Backpack - Front View
TIMBUK2 Never Check Expandable Backpack - Front View
Specs Brand Targus Timbuk2
Name 15-16” Drifter Essentials Backpack Never Check Expandable Backpack
Category Laptop Laptop
Sub Category Travel Travel
Capacity (L) 28L 24.50L
Dimensions (in) 17.00 x 5.00 x 20.00 11.42 x 11.42 x 14.17
Weight (lb) 2.66 2.64
Color Black Jet Black
Warranty Limited Lifetime Warranty Lifetime Warranty
Rating 4.6
Price Under $100 Under $250
General Features Shoulder Straps Padded, contoured shoulder straps J shape - adjustable padded strap
Sternum / Chest Straps Adjustable chest strap
Zippers Nylon zipper with metal pulls Weatherproof zippers
Main Compartment Access Normal top two way zip access Normal top two way zip access
External Pockets 7 external pockets 1 front zip pocket, 1 side pocket
Internal Compartments Padded laptop compartment with zippered pocket for small accessories, 3 additional large compartments Laptop sleeve, mesh pocket
Side Pockets 4 side pockets 1 side pocket
Water Bottle Yes Yes
Handles Rugged carry handle Top grab handle
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Padded; 16" Laptops and Under Padded
Tablet Sleeve Padded; 9.7" iPad
Travel Features Base / Bottom Durable, water-resistant base
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Padded Padded

You're currently comparing the 15-16” Drifter Essentials Backpack by Targus against the Never Check Expandable Backpack by Timbuk2.


Targus 's 15-16” Drifter Essentials Backpack is a Laptop backpack with Travel features while Timbuk2's Never Check Expandable 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 Timbuk2 Never Check Expandable Backpack's capacity is 24.50L with a size of 11.42 x 11.42 x 14.17 inches. Constructed from it weighs 2.64 pounds and is available in Jet Black.