Targus 15-16" Transpire™ Compact Backpack vs Samsonite Pro Slim Backpack

The main difference between the Targus 15-16" Transpire™ Compact Backpack and the Samsonite Pro Slim Backpack is that the 15-16" Transpire™ Compact Backpack has Zippers (Nylon and metal zipper with plastic and metal pulls) while the Pro Slim Backpack does not.

Targus 15-16" Transpire™ Compact Backpack - Front View
Samsonite Pro Slim Backpack Front View
Specs Brand Targus Samsonite
Name 15-16" Transpire™ Compact Backpack Pro Slim Backpack
Category Laptop Laptop
Sub Category Travel Travel
Capacity (L) 18L
Dimensions (in) 12.20 x 18.11 4.33 13.78 x 7.87 x 18.11
Weight (lb) 1.21 3.0
Fabric Nylon
Color Black 2 colors and patterns
Warranty Limited Lifetime Warranty Samsonite Limited 3 Year Global Warranty
Rating 4.0
Price Under $100 Under $200
General Features Shoulder Straps Adjustable shoulder straps with webbing hook and loop detail Padded shoulder straps
Zippers Nylon and metal zipper with plastic and metal pulls
Main Compartment Access Normal top two way zip access Clamshell
External Pockets 3 external pockets 2 zipped front pockets and 1 side pockets
Internal Compartments Dedicated, padded laptop compartment Main compartment has organizational panel and pockets
Side Pockets 2 side pockets Side pockets can fit water bottle
Water Bottle Yes Yes
Handles Top grab handle Top grab handle
Loops and Attachments Sunglasses loop
USB Charger Built-in USB charger
Lightweight Lightweight
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Padded; 16" laptop Padded laptop compartment fits up to 15. 6”
Tablet Sleeve Padded Dedicated padded tablet sleeve
Organizer Pocket Front organizer pocket
Travel Features Carry-on Size Compliant Fits the airlines carry-on sizer and planes overhead bin
Luggage Straps / Trolley Sleeve Trolley strap SmartSleeve™
Base / Bottom Water-resistant base
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Padded, contoured back Fully padded back panel
Anti Theft Features RFID Blocking RFID blocking pocket

You're currently comparing the 15-16" Transpire™ Compact Backpack by Targus against the Pro Slim Backpack by Samsonite .


Targus 's 15-16" Transpire™ Compact Backpack is a Laptop backpack with Travel features while Samsonite 's Pro Slim Backpack is a Laptop backpack with Travel features.

The Targus 15-16" Transpire™ Compact Backpack has a capacity of 18L (liters), weighs 1.21 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 12.20 x 18.11 4.33. It's made of and is available in Black in comparison the Samsonite Pro Slim Backpack's capacity is with a size of 13.78 x 7.87 x 18.11 inches. Constructed from Nylon it weighs 3.0 pounds and is available in 2 colors and patterns.