Targus 15-16" Zero Waste EcoSmart® Backpack vs Element Vast Skate Backpack

The main difference between the Targus 15-16" Zero Waste EcoSmart® Backpack and the Element Vast Skate Backpack is that the 15-16" Zero Waste EcoSmart® Backpack has External Pockets (3 external pockets) while the Vast Skate Backpack does not.

Targus 15-16_ Zero Waste EcoSmart® Backpack - Front View
Element Vast Skate Backpack - Front View
Specs Brand Targus Element
Name 15-16" Zero Waste EcoSmart® Backpack Vast Skate Backpack
Category Laptop Skateboard
Sub Category Work Everyday
Capacity (L) 21L 20L
Dimensions (in) 11.75 x 6.00 x 17.75 20 x 15 x 6
Weight (lb) 1.08 2
Fabric Made from the recycled plastic of 20 water bottles 600D polyester TPE backing.
Color Black Mocha Bisque
Warranty Limited Lifetime Warranty
Price Under $100 Under $75
General Features Shoulder Straps Ventilated shoulder straps Padded adjustable shoulder straps
Sternum / Chest Straps Adjustable sternum system
Zippers Hard looped zipper pulls Reflective webbing zipper pullers
Main Compartment Access Normal top two way zip access Normal zipped access
External Pockets 3 external pockets
Internal Compartments Laptop sleeve
Side Pockets 2 side pockets Side pockets can fit water bottle
Water Bottle Yes Yes
Handles Integrated yoke handle 21 L capacity Leather top grab handle
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Padded; 16" laptop 1 laptop mesh/lining combo sleeve 13" to 15"
Tablet Sleeve 1 tablet mesh/lining combo sleeve 13" to 15"
Travel Features Stowable Straps Bottom stowable skateboard strap
Base / Bottom Reinforced ripstop bottom base
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Padded Padded back panel
Reflective Safety Strips Reflective safety parts
Other Features Other Features Top adjustable skateboard strap.

You're currently comparing the 15-16" Zero Waste EcoSmart® Backpack by Targus against the Vast Skate Backpack by Element.


Targus 's 15-16" Zero Waste EcoSmart® Backpack is a Laptop backpack with Work features while Element's Vast Skate Backpack is a Skateboard backpack with Everyday features.

The Targus 15-16" Zero Waste EcoSmart® Backpack has a capacity of 21L (liters), weighs 1.08 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 11.75 x 6.00 x 17.75. It's made of Made from the recycled plastic of 20 water bottles and is available in Black in comparison the Element Vast Skate Backpack's capacity is 20L with a size of 20 x 15 x 6 inches. Constructed from 600D polyester TPE backing. it weighs 2 pounds and is available in Mocha Bisque.