The main difference between the Targus 16" Compact Rolling Backpack and the Samsonite Tectonic Wheeled Backpack is that the 16" Compact Rolling Backpack has Tablet Sleeve (Padded tablet compartment ) while the Tectonic Wheeled Backpack does not.
Specs | Brand | Targus | Samsonite |
Name | 16" Compact Rolling Backpack | Tectonic Wheeled Backpack | |
Category | Rolling | Rolling | |
Sub Category | Laptop | Travel | |
Capacity (L) | 29L | ||
Dimensions (in) | 13.80 x 19 x 9 | 21 x 14 x 11 | |
Weight (lb) | 4.3 | 6.6 | |
Fabric | Polyester | Ripstop Nylon | |
Color | Black | Black | |
Warranty | Targus Limited Lifetime Warranty | Samsonite Limited 3 Year Global Warranty | |
Release Date | March 30, 2011 | ||
Rating | 4.4 | 4.3 | |
Price | Under $100 | Under $125 | |
General Features | Shoulder Straps | Padded adjustable shoulder straps | Comfortable padded shoulder straps |
Main Compartment Access | Clamshell | Normal zipped access | |
External Pockets | 2 front and 2 zipped side pockets | 3 zipped front pockets and 1 side pockets | |
Internal Compartments | Roomy main compartment with interior zipped and open pockets | ||
Side Pockets | Side pockets can fit water bottle or umbrella | Side pockets can fit water bottle and other accessories | |
Water Bottle | Yes | Yes | |
Handles | Soft-touch neoprene carrying top handle | Padded top grab handle | |
Business & School Features | Laptop Sleeve | Padded laptop sleeve fits up to 15.6" | Padded laptop sleeve fits up to 17" |
Tablet Sleeve | Padded tablet compartment | ||
Organizer Pocket | Front utility pocket with organizer | Front organizational pocket | |
Wheels & Handle | Quiet dual roller wheels and retractable handle | Ice-pick pull handle and in-line skate wheels | |
Travel Features | TSA Approved / Friendly | TSA friendly | |
Compression Straps | Internal compression straps | ||
Stowable Straps | Stowable shoulder straps | ||
Hiking / Backpacking Features | Back Panel | Padded back panel |
Targus 's 16" Compact Rolling Backpack is a Rolling backpack with Laptop features while Samsonite 's Tectonic Wheeled Backpack is a Rolling backpack with Travel features.
The Targus 16" Compact Rolling Backpack has a capacity of 29L (liters), weighs 4.3 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 13.80 x 19 x 9. It's made of Polyester and is available in Black in comparison the Samsonite Tectonic Wheeled Backpack's capacity is with a size of 21 x 14 x 11 inches. Constructed from Ripstop Nylon it weighs 6.6 pounds and is available in Black.
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