The main difference between the Targus 15-16" Transpire™ Advanced Backpack and the Timbuk2 Never Check Expandable Backpack is that the 15-16" Transpire™ Advanced Backpack has Loops and Attachments (Sunglasses loop) while the Never Check Expandable Backpack does not.
Specs | Brand | Targus | Timbuk2 |
Name | 15-16" Transpire™ Advanced Backpack | Never Check Expandable Backpack | |
Category | Laptop | Laptop | |
Sub Category | Travel | Travel | |
Capacity (L) | 18L | 24.50L | |
Dimensions (in) | 19.29 x 12.98 x 5.71 | 11.42 x 11.42 x 14.17 | |
Weight (lb) | 1.67 | 2.64 | |
Color | Black | Jet Black | |
Warranty | Limited Lifetime Warranty | Lifetime Warranty | |
Release Date | July 26, 2022 | ||
Rating | 4.6 | ||
Price | Under $100 | Under $250 | |
General Features | Shoulder Straps | Adjustable shoulder straps with webbing hook and loop detail | J shape - adjustable padded strap |
Sternum / Chest Straps | Adjustable chest strap | ||
Zippers | Metal zipper with string and plastic pulls | Weatherproof zippers | |
Main Compartment Access | Normal top two way zip access | Normal top two way zip access | |
External Pockets | 3 external pockets | 1 front zip pocket, 1 side pocket | |
Internal Compartments | Laptop sleeve, tablet sleeve | Laptop sleeve, mesh pocket | |
Side Pockets | 2 side pockets | 1 side pocket | |
Water Bottle | Yes | Yes | |
Handles | Top grab handle | Top grab handle | |
Loops and Attachments | Sunglasses loop | ||
Lightweight | Lightweight | ||
Business & School Features | Laptop Sleeve | Dedicated, padded laptop compartment with SafePort® Sling Protection System | Padded |
Tablet Sleeve | Padded | Padded; 9.7" iPad | |
Travel Features | Carry-on Size Compliant | Fits the airlines carry-on sizer and planes overhead bin | |
Luggage Straps / Trolley Sleeve | Trolley strap | ||
Base / Bottom | Water-resistant base | ||
Hiking / Backpacking Features | Back Panel | Padded, contoured back | Padded |
Rain Cover | Built-in rain cover | ||
Anti Theft Features | Hidden Pocket | Hidden pocket with built-in rain cover |
Targus 's 15-16" Transpire™ Advanced 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" Transpire™ Advanced Backpack has a capacity of 18L (liters), weighs 1.67 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 19.29 x 12.98 x 5.71. 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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