The main difference between the Targus 16" Drifter II Laptop Backpack and the Targus 16" Compact Rolling Backpack is that the 16" Drifter II Laptop Backpack has Water Proof / Water Resistant (Water resistant material ) while the 16" Compact Rolling Backpack does not.
Specs | Brand | Targus | Targus |
Name | 16" Drifter II Laptop Backpack | 16" Compact Rolling Backpack | |
Category | Laptop | Rolling | |
Sub Category | School | Laptop | |
Capacity (L) | 28L | 29L | |
Dimensions (in) | 17 x 20 x 5 | 13.80 x 19 x 9 | |
Weight (lb) | 2.7 | 4.3 | |
Fabric | Nylon | Polyester | |
Color | Black, Gray, Black/Gray | Black | |
Warranty | Targus Limited Lifetime Warranty | Targus Limited Lifetime Warranty | |
Release Date | April 27, 2011 | March 30, 2011 | |
Rating | 4.4 | 4.4 | |
Price | Under $50 | Under $100 | |
General Features | Shoulder Straps | Heavily padded and contoured shoulder straps | Padded adjustable shoulder straps |
Water Proof / Water Resistant | Water resistant material | ||
Zippers | Thick industrial zipper pulls | ||
Main Compartment Access | Normal zipped access | Clamshell | |
External Pockets | 3 front pockets, 1 top, 1 back pocket and 4 side pockets | 2 front and 2 zipped side pockets | |
Internal Compartments | Multi-pockets in the front and main compartments | ||
Side Pockets | Side pockets can fit water bottle and other accessories | Side pockets can fit water bottle or umbrella | |
Water Bottle | Yes | Yes | |
Handles | Sturdy molded plastic handle with metal grommets and cabling | Soft-touch neoprene carrying top handle | |
Loops and Attachments | Hanging clasp | ||
Business & School Features | Laptop Sleeve | Padded laptop compartment fits up to 16" | Padded laptop sleeve fits up to 15.6" |
Tablet Sleeve | Separate tablet pocket | Padded tablet compartment | |
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" Drifter II Laptop Backpack is a Laptop backpack with School features while Targus 's 16" Compact Rolling Backpack is a Rolling backpack with Laptop 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 Targus 16" Compact Rolling Backpack's capacity is 29L with a size of 13.80 x 19 x 9 inches. Constructed from Polyester it weighs 4.3 pounds and is available in Black .
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