Targus 15-16" Transpire™ Compact Backpack vs TIMBUK2 Authority Laptop Backpack Deluxe

The main difference between the Targus 15-16" Transpire™ Compact Backpack and the Timbuk2 Authority Laptop Backpack Deluxe is that the 15-16" Transpire™ Compact Backpack has Water Bottle (Yes) while the Authority Laptop Backpack Deluxe does not.

Targus 15-16" Transpire™ Compact Backpack - Front View
TIMBUK2 Authority Laptop Backpack Deluxe - Front View
Specs Brand Targus Timbuk2
Name 15-16" Transpire™ Compact Backpack Authority Laptop Backpack Deluxe
Category Laptop Laptop
Sub Category Travel Travel
Capacity (L) 18L 28L
Dimensions (in) 12.20 x 18.11 4.33 5.91 x 11.42 x 18.11
Weight (lb) 1.21 2.55
Fabric 100% recycled nylon
Color Black Eco Black Deluxe
Warranty Limited Lifetime Warranty Lifetime Warranty
Rating 4.5
Price Under $100 Under $200
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 Nylon and metal zipper with plastic and metal pulls Nylon zipper with metal and string pulls
Main Compartment Access Normal top two way zip access Normal top two way zip access
External Pockets 3 external pockets Front zip pocket, 1 side pocket
Internal Compartments Dedicated, padded laptop compartment Laptop sleeve, organizer pockets
Side Pockets 2 side pockets 1 side pocket
Water Bottle 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" laptop
Tablet Sleeve Padded
Organizer Pocket Internal organizer
Travel Features Carry-on Size Compliant Fits the airlines carry-on sizer and planes overhead bin
Compression Straps Compression straps let you cinch it all down tight for a clean look that can transition from client A to B and then bar X.
Luggage Straps / Trolley Sleeve Trolley strap Luggage pass-through
Base / Bottom Water-resistant base
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Padded, contoured back Airmesh ventilated back panel

You're currently comparing the 15-16" Transpire™ Compact Backpack by Targus against the Authority Laptop Backpack Deluxe by Timbuk2.


Targus 's 15-16" Transpire™ Compact Backpack is a Laptop backpack with Travel features while Timbuk2's Authority Laptop Backpack Deluxe 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 Timbuk2 Authority Laptop Backpack Deluxe's capacity is 28L with a size of 5.91 x 11.42 x 18.11 inches. Constructed from 100% recycled nylon it weighs 2.55 pounds and is available in Eco Black Deluxe.