The main difference between the Targus 15-16" Transpire™ Compact Backpack and the Targus 16" Drifter II Laptop Backpack is that the 15-16" Transpire™ Compact Backpack has Lightweight (Lightweight) while the 16" Drifter II Laptop Backpack does not.
Specs | Brand | Targus | Targus |
Name | 15-16" Transpire™ Compact Backpack | 16" Drifter II Laptop Backpack | |
Category | Laptop | Laptop | |
Sub Category | Travel | School | |
Capacity (L) | 18L | 28L | |
Dimensions (in) | 12.20 x 18.11 4.33 | 17 x 20 x 5 | |
Weight (lb) | 1.21 | 2.7 | |
Fabric | Nylon | ||
Color | Black | Black, Gray, Black/Gray | |
Warranty | Limited Lifetime Warranty | Targus Limited Lifetime Warranty | |
Release Date | April 27, 2011 | ||
Rating | 4.4 | ||
Price | Under $100 | Under $50 | |
General Features | Shoulder Straps | Adjustable shoulder straps with webbing hook and loop detail | Heavily padded and contoured shoulder straps |
Water Proof / Water Resistant | Water resistant material | ||
Zippers | Nylon and metal zipper with plastic and metal pulls | Thick industrial zipper pulls | |
Main Compartment Access | Normal top two way zip access | Normal zipped access | |
External Pockets | 3 external pockets | 3 front pockets, 1 top, 1 back pocket and 4 side pockets | |
Internal Compartments | Dedicated, padded laptop compartment | Multi-pockets in the front and main compartments | |
Side Pockets | 2 side pockets | Side pockets can fit water bottle and other accessories | |
Water Bottle | Yes | Yes | |
Handles | Top grab handle | Sturdy molded plastic handle with metal grommets and cabling | |
Loops and Attachments | Sunglasses loop | Hanging clasp | |
Lightweight | Lightweight | ||
Business & School Features | Laptop Sleeve | Padded; 16" laptop | Padded laptop compartment fits up to 16" |
Tablet Sleeve | Padded | Separate tablet pocket | |
Organizer Pocket | Front utility pocket with organizer | ||
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 | Weather-resistant bottom | |
Hiking / Backpacking Features | Back Panel | Padded, contoured back | Thick padded mesh back panel |
Anti Theft Features | Hidden Pocket | Anti-theft back pocket |
Targus 's 15-16" Transpire™ Compact Backpack is a Laptop backpack with Travel features while Targus 's 16" Drifter II Laptop Backpack is a Laptop backpack with School 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 Targus 16" Drifter II Laptop Backpack's capacity is 28L with a size of 17 x 20 x 5 inches. Constructed from Nylon it weighs 2.7 pounds and is available in Black, Gray, Black/Gray .
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