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.
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 |
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.
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