The main difference between the Targus 15.6" Active Commuter Backpack and the Targus 16" Compact Rolling Backpack is that the 15.6" Active Commuter Backpack has Zippers (Nylon zipper with string and plastic pulls) while the 16" Compact Rolling Backpack does not.
Specs | Brand | Targus | Targus |
Name | 15.6" Active Commuter Backpack | 16" Compact Rolling Backpack | |
Category | Laptop | Rolling | |
Sub Category | Travel | Laptop | |
Capacity (L) | 24L | 29L | |
Dimensions (in) | 12.75 x 18.00 x 7.50 | 13.80 x 19 x 9 | |
Weight (lb) | 2.06 | 4.3 | |
Fabric | Polyester | ||
Color | Black | Black | |
Warranty | Limited Lifetime Warranty | Targus Limited Lifetime Warranty | |
Release Date | January 4, 2019 | March 30, 2011 | |
Rating | 4.2 | 4.4 | |
Price | Under $100 | Under $100 | |
General Features | Shoulder Straps | Adjustable sternum strap | Padded adjustable shoulder straps |
Zippers | Nylon zipper with string and plastic pulls | ||
Main Compartment Access | Normal top two way zip access | Clamshell | |
External Pockets | 5 external pockets | 2 front and 2 zipped side pockets | |
Internal Compartments | Large compartment offers excellent laptop protection | ||
Side Pockets | 2 side pockets | Side pockets can fit water bottle or umbrella | |
Water Bottle | Yes | Yes | |
Handles | Soft-touch neoprene carrying top handle | ||
Business & School Features | Laptop Sleeve | Padded; 16" Laptops and Under | Padded laptop sleeve fits up to 15.6" |
Tablet Sleeve | Padded tablet compartment | ||
Organizer Pocket | Front utility pocket with organizer | ||
Wheels & Handle | Quiet dual roller wheels and retractable handle | ||
Travel Features | TSA Approved / Friendly | TSA friendly | |
Compression Straps | Internal compression straps | ||
Stowable Straps | Stowable shoulder straps | ||
Luggage Straps / Trolley Sleeve | Travel-friendly luggage trolley strap | ||
Base / Bottom | Rugged, weather-resistant base | ||
Hiking / Backpacking Features | Back Panel | Air mesh back panel | |
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 16" Compact Rolling Backpack is a Rolling backpack with Laptop 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 16" Compact Rolling Backpack's capacity is 29L with a size of 13.80 x 19 x 9 inches. Constructed from Polyester it weighs 4.3 pounds and is available in Black .
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