The main difference between the Targus 16" Compact Rolling Backpack and the Targus 16" Drifter II Laptop Backpack is that the 16" Compact Rolling Backpack has Wheels & Handle (Quiet dual roller wheels and retractable handle) while the 16" Drifter II Laptop Backpack does not.
Specs | Brand | Targus | Targus |
Name | 16" Compact Rolling Backpack | 16" Drifter II Laptop Backpack | |
Category | Rolling | Laptop | |
Sub Category | Laptop | School | |
Capacity (L) | 29L | 28L | |
Dimensions (in) | 13.80 x 19 x 9 | 17 x 20 x 5 | |
Weight (lb) | 4.3 | 2.7 | |
Fabric | Polyester | Nylon | |
Color | Black | Black, Gray, Black/Gray | |
Warranty | Targus Limited Lifetime Warranty | Targus Limited Lifetime Warranty | |
Release Date | March 30, 2011 | April 27, 2011 | |
Rating | 4.4 | 4.4 | |
Price | Under $100 | Under $50 | |
General Features | Shoulder Straps | Padded adjustable shoulder straps | Heavily padded and contoured shoulder straps |
Water Proof / Water Resistant | Water resistant material | ||
Zippers | Thick industrial zipper pulls | ||
Main Compartment Access | Clamshell | Normal zipped access | |
External Pockets | 2 front and 2 zipped side pockets | 3 front pockets, 1 top, 1 back pocket and 4 side pockets | |
Internal Compartments | Multi-pockets in the front and main compartments | ||
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 | Sturdy molded plastic handle with metal grommets and cabling | |
Loops and Attachments | Hanging clasp | ||
Business & School Features | Laptop Sleeve | Padded laptop sleeve fits up to 15.6" | Padded laptop compartment fits up to 16" |
Tablet Sleeve | Padded tablet compartment | Separate tablet pocket | |
Organizer Pocket | Front utility pocket with organizer | Front utility pocket with organizer | |
Wheels & Handle | Quiet dual roller wheels and retractable handle | ||
Travel Features | TSA Approved / Friendly | TSA friendly | |
Compression Straps | Internal compression straps | ||
Stowable Straps | Stowable shoulder straps | ||
Base / Bottom | Weather-resistant bottom | ||
Hiking / Backpacking Features | Back Panel | Thick padded mesh back panel | |
Anti Theft Features | Hidden Pocket | Anti-theft back pocket |
Targus 's 16" Compact Rolling Backpack is a Rolling backpack with Laptop features while Targus 's 16" Drifter II Laptop Backpack is a Laptop backpack with School 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 16" Drifter II Laptop Backpack's capacity is 28L with a size of 17 x 20 x 5 inches. Constructed from Nylon it weighs 2.7 pounds and is available in Black, Gray, Black/Gray .
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