The main difference between the Targus 15"-16" Mobile Elite Checkpoint-Friendly Backpack and the Amazon Basics Carry On Backpack is that the 15"-16" Mobile Elite Checkpoint-Friendly Backpack has Water Bottle (Yes) while the Carry On Backpack does not.
Specs | Brand | Targus | Amazon Basics |
Name | 15"-16" Mobile Elite Checkpoint-Friendly Backpack | Carry On Backpack | |
Category | Carry On | Carry On | |
Sub Category | Travel | Travel | |
Capacity (L) | 26L | 40L | |
Dimensions (in) | 14.17 x 6.69 x 19.29 | 21.5 x 14 x 8.5 | |
Weight (lb) | 2.64 | 3.4 | |
Fabric | Polyester | ||
Color | Black | Black, Navy, Red | |
Warranty | Limited Lifetime Warranty | Amazon Basics Limited 1-Year Warranty | |
Release Date | November 5, 2021 | ||
Rating | 3.0 | 4.5 | |
Price | Under $100 | Under $75 | |
General Features | Shoulder Straps | S-shaped curved - adjustable padded strap | Padded shoulder straps |
Sternum / Chest Straps | Removable sternum strap with buckle | ||
Hip Belt / Waist Strap | Removable waist strap | ||
Zippers | Nylon zipper with metal pulls | SBS zippers | |
Main Compartment Access | Normal top two way zip access | Clamshell | |
External Pockets | 6 external pockets | 2 zipped front pockets | |
Internal Compartments | Dedicated laptop compartment with SafePort® Sling Protection System | Spacious main compartment | |
Side Pockets | 2 side pockets | No | |
Water Bottle | Yes | ||
Handles | Comfortable, top grab handle | Padded top and side grab handle | |
Convertible | Yes | ||
Lightweight | Yes | ||
Business & School Features | Laptop Sleeve | Padded; 16" laptop | Zippered laptop sleeve |
Organizer Pocket | Front utility pocket with organizer | ||
Travel Features | Carry-on Size Compliant | Fits the airlines carry-on sizer and planes overhead bin | 45 linear inches carry-on size compliant |
Compression Straps | External compressions straps | ||
Expandable | Depth is expandable to 10.5" | ||
Stowable Straps | Stowable shoulder straps | ||
Luggage Straps / Trolley Sleeve | Trolley strap secures to rolling luggage | ||
Base / Bottom | Water-resistant bottom | ||
Hiking / Backpacking Features | Back Panel | Breathable air mesh back |
Targus 's 15"-16" Mobile Elite Checkpoint-Friendly Backpack is a Carry On backpack with Travel features while Amazon Basics 's Carry On Backpack is a Carry On backpack with Travel features.
The Targus 15"-16" Mobile Elite Checkpoint-Friendly Backpack has a capacity of 26L (liters), weighs 2.64 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 14.17 x 6.69 x 19.29. It's made of and is available in Black in comparison the Amazon Basics Carry On Backpack 's capacity is 40L with a size of 21.5 x 14 x 8.5 inches. Constructed from Polyester it weighs 3.4 pounds and is available in Black, Navy, Red.
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