The main difference between the Targus 15-16" Transpire™ Compact Backpack and the Timbuk2 Project Backpack is that the 15-16" Transpire™ Compact Backpack has Internal Compartments (Dedicated, padded laptop compartment) while the Project Backpack does not.
Specs | Brand | Targus | Timbuk2 |
Name | 15-16" Transpire™ Compact Backpack | Project Backpack | |
Category | Laptop | Laptop | |
Sub Category | Travel | Travel | |
Capacity (L) | 18L | 21L | |
Dimensions (in) | 12.20 x 18.11 4.33 | 11.42 x 4.72 x 18.5 | |
Weight (lb) | 1.21 | 2.5 | |
Fabric | Water-repellent waxed canvas and trimmed in premium leather | ||
Color | Black | Scout | |
Warranty | Limited Lifetime Warranty | Lifetime Warranty | |
Price | Under $100 | Under $250 | |
General Features | Shoulder Straps | Adjustable shoulder straps with webbing hook and loop detail | Straight - adjustable padded strap |
Water Proof / Water Resistant | Water-repellent | ||
Zippers | Nylon and metal zipper with plastic and metal pulls | Metal zipper with metal pulls | |
Main Compartment Access | Normal top two way zip access | Normal top two way zip access | |
External Pockets | 3 external pockets | Laptop pocket fits, expandable zippered side pocket, 1 front pocket | |
Internal Compartments | Dedicated, padded laptop compartment | ||
Side Pockets | 2 side pockets | 1 side pocket | |
Water Bottle | Yes | ||
Handles | Top grab handle | Top grab handle | |
Loops and Attachments | Sunglasses loop | Beer tiki bottle opener on front shoulder strap | |
Lightweight | Lightweight | ||
Business & School Features | Laptop Sleeve | Padded; 16" laptop | Padded; 15" laptop |
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 | Luggage pass-through | |
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 Timbuk2's Project 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 Project Backpack's capacity is 21L with a size of 11.42 x 4.72 x 18.5 inches. Constructed from Water-repellent waxed canvas and trimmed in premium leather it weighs 2.5 pounds and is available in Scout.
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