Targus 15-16" Zero Waste EcoSmart® Backpack vs TIMBUK2 Never Check Expandable Backpack

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.

Targus 17.3_ Strike II Gaming Backpack - Front View
TIMBUK2 Never Check Expandable Backpack - Front View
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

You're currently comparing the 15-16" Zero Waste EcoSmart® Backpack by Targus against the Never Check Expandable Backpack by Timbuk2.


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.