The main difference between the Targus 15-16" Transpire™ Compact Backpack and the Targus 17" Groove Backpack is that the 15-16" Transpire™ Compact Backpack has Loops and Attachments (Sunglasses loop) while the 17" Groove Backpack does not.
Specs | Brand | Targus | Targus |
Name | 15-16" Transpire™ Compact Backpack | 17" Groove Backpack | |
Category | Laptop | Laptop | |
Sub Category | Travel | Work | |
Capacity (L) | 18L | 30L | |
Dimensions (in) | 12.20 x 18.11 4.33 | 12.75 x 19.75 x 6.50 | |
Weight (lb) | 1.21 | 1.54 | |
Fabric | Durable 840D nylon | ||
Color | Black | Black | |
Warranty | Limited Lifetime Warranty | Limited Lifetime Warranty | |
Release Date | September 14, 2004 | ||
Rating | 4.6 | ||
Price | Under $100 | Under $100 | |
General Features | Shoulder Straps | Adjustable shoulder straps with webbing hook and loop detail | J shape - adjustable padded strap |
Zippers | Nylon and metal zipper with plastic and metal pulls | Nylon zipper with webbing pulls | |
Main Compartment Access | Normal top two way zip access | Normal top two way zip access | |
External Pockets | 3 external pockets | 5 exyernal pockets | |
Internal Compartments | Dedicated, padded laptop compartment | Foam padded laptop compartment | |
Side Pockets | 2 side pockets | 2 side pockets | |
Water Bottle | Yes | Yes | |
Handles | Top grab handle | Top grab handle | |
Loops and Attachments | Sunglasses loop | ||
Lightweight | Lightweight | ||
Business & School Features | Laptop Sleeve | Padded; 16" laptop | Padded; 17" Laptops and Under |
Tablet Sleeve | Padded | ||
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 |
Targus 's 15-16" Transpire™ Compact Backpack is a Laptop backpack with Travel features while Targus 's 17" Groove Backpack is a Laptop backpack with Work 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 17" Groove Backpack's capacity is 30L with a size of 12.75 x 19.75 x 6.50 inches. Constructed from Durable 840D nylon it weighs 1.54 pounds and is available in Black.
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