The main difference between the Targus 16" Compact Rolling Backpack and the Targus 15-16" Transpire™ Advanced Backpack is that the 16" Compact Rolling Backpack has Organizer Pocket (Front utility pocket with organizer) while the 15-16" Transpire™ Advanced Backpack does not.
Specs | Brand | Targus | Targus |
Name | 16" Compact Rolling Backpack | 15-16" Transpire™ Advanced Backpack | |
Category | Rolling | Laptop | |
Sub Category | Laptop | Travel | |
Capacity (L) | 29L | 18L | |
Dimensions (in) | 13.80 x 19 x 9 | 19.29 x 12.98 x 5.71 | |
Weight (lb) | 4.3 | 1.67 | |
Fabric | Polyester | ||
Color | Black | Black | |
Warranty | Targus Limited Lifetime Warranty | Limited Lifetime Warranty | |
Release Date | March 30, 2011 | July 26, 2022 | |
Rating | 4.4 | ||
Price | Under $100 | Under $100 | |
General Features | Shoulder Straps | Padded adjustable shoulder straps | Adjustable shoulder straps with webbing hook and loop detail |
Zippers | Metal zipper with string and plastic pulls | ||
Main Compartment Access | Clamshell | Normal top two way zip access | |
External Pockets | 2 front and 2 zipped side pockets | 3 external pockets | |
Internal Compartments | Laptop sleeve, tablet sleeve | ||
Side Pockets | Side pockets can fit water bottle or umbrella | 2 side pockets | |
Water Bottle | Yes | Yes | |
Handles | Soft-touch neoprene carrying top handle | Top grab handle | |
Loops and Attachments | Sunglasses loop | ||
Lightweight | Lightweight | ||
Business & School Features | Laptop Sleeve | Padded laptop sleeve fits up to 15.6" | Dedicated, padded laptop compartment with SafePort® Sling Protection System |
Tablet Sleeve | Padded tablet compartment | Padded | |
Organizer Pocket | Front utility pocket with organizer | ||
Wheels & Handle | Quiet dual roller wheels and retractable handle | ||
Travel Features | Carry-on Size Compliant | Fits the airlines carry-on sizer and planes overhead bin | |
TSA Approved / Friendly | TSA friendly | ||
Compression Straps | Internal compression straps | ||
Stowable Straps | Stowable shoulder straps | ||
Luggage Straps / Trolley Sleeve | Trolley strap | ||
Base / Bottom | Water-resistant base | ||
Hiking / Backpacking Features | Back Panel | Padded, contoured back | |
Rain Cover | Built-in rain cover | ||
Anti Theft Features | Hidden Pocket | Hidden pocket with built-in rain cover |
Targus 's 16" Compact Rolling Backpack is a Rolling backpack with Laptop features while Targus 's 15-16" Transpire™ Advanced Backpack is a Laptop 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 Targus 15-16" Transpire™ Advanced Backpack's capacity is 18L with a size of 19.29 x 12.98 x 5.71 inches. Constructed from it weighs 1.67 pounds and is available in Black.
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