The main difference between the Targus 15.6" Active Commuter Backpack and the Targus 15-16" Transpire™ Compact Backpack is that the 15.6" Active Commuter Backpack has Hidden Pocket (Hidden lumbar pocket) while the 15-16" Transpire™ Compact Backpack does not.
Specs | Brand | Targus | Targus |
Name | 15.6" Active Commuter Backpack | 15-16" Transpire™ Compact Backpack | |
Category | Laptop | Laptop | |
Sub Category | Travel | Travel | |
Capacity (L) | 24L | 18L | |
Dimensions (in) | 12.75 x 18.00 x 7.50 | 12.20 x 18.11 4.33 | |
Weight (lb) | 2.06 | 1.21 | |
Color | Black | Black | |
Warranty | Limited Lifetime Warranty | Limited Lifetime Warranty | |
Release Date | January 4, 2019 | ||
Rating | 4.2 | ||
Price | Under $100 | Under $100 | |
General Features | Shoulder Straps | Adjustable sternum strap | Adjustable shoulder straps with webbing hook and loop detail |
Zippers | Nylon zipper with string and plastic pulls | Nylon and metal zipper with plastic and metal pulls | |
Main Compartment Access | Normal top two way zip access | Normal top two way zip access | |
External Pockets | 5 external pockets | 3 external pockets | |
Internal Compartments | Large compartment offers excellent laptop protection | Dedicated, padded laptop compartment | |
Side Pockets | 2 side pockets | 2 side pockets | |
Water Bottle | Yes | Yes | |
Handles | Top grab handle | ||
Loops and Attachments | Sunglasses loop | ||
Lightweight | Lightweight | ||
Business & School Features | Laptop Sleeve | Padded; 16" Laptops and Under | Padded; 16" laptop |
Tablet Sleeve | Padded | ||
Travel Features | Carry-on Size Compliant | Fits the airlines carry-on sizer and planes overhead bin | |
Luggage Straps / Trolley Sleeve | Travel-friendly luggage trolley strap | Trolley strap | |
Base / Bottom | Rugged, weather-resistant base | Water-resistant base | |
Hiking / Backpacking Features | Back Panel | Air mesh back panel | Padded, contoured back |
Anti Theft Features | Hidden Pocket | Hidden lumbar pocket |
Targus 's 15.6" Active Commuter Backpack is a Laptop backpack with Travel features while Targus 's 15-16" Transpire™ Compact Backpack is a Laptop backpack with Travel features.
The Targus 15.6" Active Commuter Backpack has a capacity of 24L (liters), weighs 2.06 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 12.75 x 18.00 x 7.50. It's made of and is available in Black in comparison the Targus 15-16" Transpire™ Compact Backpack's capacity is 18L with a size of 12.20 x 18.11 4.33 inches. Constructed from it weighs 1.21 pounds and is available in Black.
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