The main difference between the Targus 15.6" Active Commuter Backpack and the Timbuk2 Project Backpack is that the 15.6" Active Commuter Backpack has Internal Compartments (Large compartment offers excellent laptop protection) while the Project Backpack does not.
Specs | Brand | Targus | Timbuk2 |
Name | 15.6" Active Commuter Backpack | Project Backpack | |
Category | Laptop | Laptop | |
Sub Category | Travel | Travel | |
Capacity (L) | 24L | 21L | |
Dimensions (in) | 12.75 x 18.00 x 7.50 | 11.42 x 4.72 x 18.5 | |
Weight (lb) | 2.06 | 2.5 | |
Fabric | Water-repellent waxed canvas and trimmed in premium leather | ||
Color | Black | Scout | |
Warranty | Limited Lifetime Warranty | Lifetime Warranty | |
Release Date | January 4, 2019 | ||
Rating | 4.2 | ||
Price | Under $100 | Under $250 | |
General Features | Shoulder Straps | Adjustable sternum strap | Straight - adjustable padded strap |
Water Proof / Water Resistant | Water-repellent | ||
Zippers | Nylon zipper with string and plastic pulls | Metal zipper with metal pulls | |
Main Compartment Access | Normal top two way zip access | Normal top two way zip access | |
External Pockets | 5 external pockets | Laptop pocket fits, expandable zippered side pocket, 1 front pocket | |
Internal Compartments | Large compartment offers excellent laptop protection | ||
Side Pockets | 2 side pockets | 1 side pocket | |
Water Bottle | Yes | ||
Handles | Top grab handle | ||
Loops and Attachments | Beer tiki bottle opener on front shoulder strap | ||
Business & School Features | Laptop Sleeve | Padded; 16" Laptops and Under | Padded; 15" laptop |
Travel Features | Luggage Straps / Trolley Sleeve | Travel-friendly luggage trolley strap | Luggage pass-through |
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 Timbuk2's Project 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 Timbuk2 Project Backpack's capacity is 21L with a size of 11.42 x 4.72 x 18.5 inches. Constructed from Water-repellent waxed canvas and trimmed in premium leather it weighs 2.5 pounds and is available in Scout.
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