The main difference between the Targus 15-16" Zero Waste EcoSmart® Backpack and the Timbuk2 Never Check Expandable Backpack is that the 15-16" Zero Waste EcoSmart® Backpack has Carry-on Size Compliant (Fits the airlines carry-on sizer and planes overhead bin) while the Never Check Expandable Backpack does not.
Specs | Brand | Targus | Timbuk2 |
Name | 15-16" Zero Waste EcoSmart® Backpack | Never Check Expandable Backpack | |
Category | Laptop | Laptop | |
Sub Category | Travel | Travel | |
Capacity (L) | 27L | 24.50L | |
Dimensions (in) | 13.19 x 5.51 x 20.08 | 11.42 x 11.42 x 14.17 | |
Weight (lb) | 1.8 | 2.64 | |
Color | Black/Red | Jet Black | |
Warranty | Limited Lifetime Warranty | Lifetime Warranty | |
Rating | 4.6 | ||
Price | Under $100 | Under $250 | |
General Features | Shoulder Straps | Adjustable, ergonomic shoulder straps | J shape - adjustable padded strap |
Sternum / Chest Straps | Adjustable chest strap | Adjustable chest strap | |
Zippers | Nylon zipper with string pulls | Weatherproof zippers | |
Main Compartment Access | Normal top two way zip access | Normal top two way zip access | |
External Pockets | 4 external pockets | 1 front zip pocket, 1 side pocket | |
Internal Compartments | Oversized internal compartment | Laptop sleeve, mesh pocket | |
Side Pockets | 2 side pockets | 1 side pocket | |
Water Bottle | Yes | Yes | |
Handles | Reinforced top handle | Top grab handle | |
Business & School Features | Laptop Sleeve | Padded; 17.3 laptop | Padded |
Tablet Sleeve | 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 | ||
Hiking / Backpacking Features | Back Panel | Padded | Padded |
Targus 's 15-16" Zero Waste EcoSmart® 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" Zero Waste EcoSmart® Backpack has a capacity of 27L (liters), weighs 1.8 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 13.19 x 5.51 x 20.08. It's made of and is available in Black/Red 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.
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