Targus 16" Drifter II Laptop Backpack vs Element Strain Backpack

The main difference between the Targus 16" Drifter II Laptop Backpack and the Element Strain Backpack is that the 16" Drifter II Laptop Backpack has Water Proof / Water Resistant (Water resistant material ) while the Strain Backpack does not.

Targus Drifter II Laptop Backpack
Element Strain Backpack - Front View
Specs Brand Targus Element
Name 16" Drifter II Laptop Backpack Strain Backpack
Category Laptop Laptop
Sub Category School School
Capacity (L) 28L 27L
Dimensions (in) 17 x 20 x 5 20 x 15 x 6
Weight (lb) 2.7 2
Fabric Nylon DWR recycled cotton canvas PU2 backing
Color Black, Gray, Black/Gray Off Black
Warranty Targus Limited Lifetime Warranty
Release Date April 27, 2011
Rating 4.4
Price Under $50 Under $100
General Features Shoulder Straps Heavily padded and contoured shoulder straps Ergonomic padded straps with 3D air mesh backing
Water Proof / Water Resistant Water resistant material
Zippers Thick industrial zipper pulls
Main Compartment Access Normal zipped access Easy access zippered side entry.
External Pockets 3 front pockets, 1 top, 1 back pocket and 4 side pockets 1 front zippered drop pocket
Internal Compartments Multi-pockets in the front and main compartments 1 internal slots organizer
Side Pockets Side pockets can fit water bottle and other accessories
Water Bottle Yes
Handles Sturdy molded plastic handle with metal grommets and cabling
Loops and Attachments Hanging clasp
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Padded laptop compartment fits up to 16" 1 padded laptop sleeve 13" to 15"
Tablet Sleeve Separate tablet pocket
Organizer Pocket Front utility pocket with organizer
Travel Features Base / Bottom Weather-resistant bottom Reinforced ripstop bottom base
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Thick padded mesh back panel Paded back panel
Anti Theft Features Hidden Pocket Anti-theft back pocket

You're currently comparing the 16" Drifter II Laptop Backpack by Targus against the Strain Backpack by Element.


Targus 's 16" Drifter II Laptop Backpack is a Laptop backpack with School features while Element's Strain Backpack is a Laptop backpack with School features.

The Targus 16" Drifter II Laptop Backpack has a capacity of 28L (liters), weighs 2.7 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 17 x 20 x 5. It's made of Nylon and is available in Black, Gray, Black/Gray in comparison the Element Strain Backpack's capacity is 27L with a size of 20 x 15 x 6 inches. Constructed from DWR recycled cotton canvas PU2 backing it weighs 2 pounds and is available in Off Black.