Targus 15-16" Transpire™ Compact Backpack vs TIMBUK2 Never Check Expandable Backpack

The main difference between the Targus 15-16" Transpire™ Compact Backpack and the Timbuk2 Never Check Expandable Backpack is that the 15-16" Transpire™ Compact Backpack has Loops and Attachments (Sunglasses loop) while the Never Check Expandable Backpack does not.

Targus 15-16" Transpire™ Compact Backpack - Front View
TIMBUK2 Never Check Expandable Backpack - Front View
Specs Brand Targus Timbuk2
Name 15-16" Transpire™ Compact Backpack Never Check Expandable Backpack
Category Laptop Laptop
Sub Category Travel Travel
Capacity (L) 18L 24.50L
Dimensions (in) 12.20 x 18.11 4.33 11.42 x 11.42 x 14.17
Weight (lb) 1.21 2.64
Color Black Jet Black
Warranty Limited Lifetime Warranty Lifetime Warranty
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 Nylon and metal zipper with plastic and metal 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 Dedicated, padded laptop compartment 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 Padded; 16" laptop 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

You're currently comparing the 15-16" Transpire™ Compact Backpack by Targus against the Never Check Expandable Backpack by Timbuk2.


Targus 's 15-16" Transpire™ Compact 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™ 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 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.