The main difference between the Targus 15.6" Active Commuter Backpack and the Targus 17" Groove Backpack is that the 15.6" Active Commuter Backpack has Luggage Straps / Trolley Sleeve (Travel-friendly luggage trolley strap) while the 17" Groove Backpack does not.
Specs | Brand | Targus | Targus |
Name | 15.6" Active Commuter Backpack | 17" Groove Backpack | |
Category | Laptop | Laptop | |
Sub Category | Travel | Work | |
Capacity (L) | 24L | 30L | |
Dimensions (in) | 12.75 x 18.00 x 7.50 | 12.75 x 19.75 x 6.50 | |
Weight (lb) | 2.06 | 1.54 | |
Fabric | Durable 840D nylon | ||
Color | Black | Black | |
Warranty | Limited Lifetime Warranty | Limited Lifetime Warranty | |
Release Date | January 4, 2019 | September 14, 2004 | |
Rating | 4.2 | 4.6 | |
Price | Under $100 | Under $100 | |
General Features | Shoulder Straps | Adjustable sternum strap | J shape - adjustable padded strap |
Zippers | Nylon zipper with string and plastic pulls | Nylon zipper with webbing pulls | |
Main Compartment Access | Normal top two way zip access | Normal top two way zip access | |
External Pockets | 5 external pockets | 5 exyernal pockets | |
Internal Compartments | Large compartment offers excellent laptop protection | Foam padded laptop compartment | |
Side Pockets | 2 side pockets | 2 side pockets | |
Water Bottle | Yes | Yes | |
Handles | Top grab handle | ||
Business & School Features | Laptop Sleeve | Padded; 16" Laptops and Under | Padded; 17" Laptops and Under |
Travel Features | Luggage Straps / Trolley Sleeve | Travel-friendly luggage trolley strap | |
Base / Bottom | Rugged, weather-resistant base | ||
Hiking / Backpacking Features | Back Panel | Air mesh back panel | Padded |
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 17" Groove Backpack is a Laptop backpack with Work 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 17" Groove Backpack's capacity is 30L with a size of 12.75 x 19.75 x 6.50 inches. Constructed from Durable 840D nylon it weighs 1.54 pounds and is available in Black.
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