Targus 15.6" CitySmart EVA Pro Backpack vs TIMBUK2 Never Check Expandable Backpack

The main difference between the Targus 15.6" CitySmart EVA Pro Backpack and the Timbuk2 Never Check Expandable Backpack is that the 15.6" CitySmart EVA Pro Backpack has Carry-on Size Compliant (Fits the airlines carry-on sizer and planes overhead bin) while the Never Check Expandable Backpack does not.

Targus 15.6" CitySmart EVA Pro Backpack - Front View
TIMBUK2 Never Check Expandable Backpack - Front View
Specs Brand Targus Timbuk2
Name 15.6" CitySmart EVA Pro Backpack Never Check Expandable Backpack
Category Laptop Laptop
Sub Category Travel Travel
Capacity (L) 26L 24.50L
Dimensions (in) 13.50 x 18.25 x 8.75 11.42 x 11.42 x 14.17
Weight (lb) 2.40 2.64
Color Gray Jet Black
Warranty Limited Lifetime Warranty Lifetime Warranty
Release Date ‎October 11, 2016
Rating 4.6 4.6
Price Under $150 Under $250
General Features Shoulder Straps Adjustable padded shoulder straps J shape - adjustable padded strap
Sternum / Chest Straps Adjustable chest strap
Zippers Durable, polished metal zipper pulls Weatherproof zippers
Main Compartment Access Normal top and clamshell access Normal top two way zip access
External Pockets 5 external pockets 1 front zip pocket, 1 side pocket
Internal Compartments Padded laptop and tablet compartments, Laptop sleeve, mesh pocket
Side Pockets 2 side pockets 1 side pocket
Water Bottle Yes Yes
Handles Top grab handle Top grab handle
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Padded; 16" Laptops and Under Padded
Tablet Sleeve Padded Padded; 9.7" iPad
Travel Features Carry-on Size Compliant Fits the airlines carry-on sizer and planes overhead bin
Luggage Straps / Trolley Sleeve Integrated, pass-through trolley strap slips
Base / Bottom Rugged, weather-resistant base
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Air mesh back panel with air flow channels Padded
Reflective Safety Strips Reflective accents

You're currently comparing the 15.6" CitySmart EVA Pro Backpack by Targus against the Never Check Expandable Backpack by Timbuk2.


Targus 's 15.6" CitySmart EVA Pro Backpack is a Laptop backpack with Travel features while Timbuk2's Never Check Expandable Backpack is a Laptop backpack with Travel features.

The Targus 15.6" CitySmart EVA Pro Backpack has a capacity of 26L (liters), weighs 2.40 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 13.50 x 18.25 x 8.75. It's made of and is available in Gray in comparison the Timbuk2 Never Check Expandable Backpack's capacity is 24.50L with a size of 11.42 x 11.42 x 14.17 inches. Constructed from it weighs 2.64 pounds and is available in Jet Black.