The main difference between the Targus 16" Drifter II Laptop Backpack and the The North Face Router Backpack is that the 16" Drifter II Laptop Backpack has Zippers (Thick industrial zipper pulls) while the Router Backpack does not.
Specs | Brand | Targus | The North Face |
Name | 16" Drifter II Laptop Backpack | Router Backpack | |
Category | Laptop | School | |
Sub Category | School | Laptop | |
Capacity (L) | 28L | 40L | |
Dimensions (in) | 17 x 20 x 5 | 21.25 x 14 x 10.5 | |
Weight (lb) | 2.7 | 3.3 | |
Fabric | Nylon | 500D Nylon Oxford Slub, 420 D Nylon, 210D Cordura Nylon Ripstop | |
Color | Black, Gray, Black/Gray | 4 colors and patterns | |
Warranty | Targus Limited Lifetime Warranty | The North Face Lifetime Warranty | |
Release Date | April 27, 2011 | August 15, 2014 | |
Rating | 4.4 | 4.7 | |
Price | Under $50 | Under $175 | |
General Features | Shoulder Straps | Heavily padded and contoured shoulder straps | Custom injection-molded shoulder straps |
Sternum / Chest Straps | Sternum strap with whistle buckle | ||
Hip Belt / Waist Strap | Removable waist belt | ||
Water Proof / Water Resistant | Water resistant material | Water repellant finish | |
Zippers | Thick industrial zipper pulls | ||
Main Compartment Access | Normal zipped access | Normal zipped access | |
External Pockets | 3 front pockets, 1 top, 1 back pocket and 4 side pockets | 2 zipped front pockets and 2 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 | |
Water Bottle | Yes | Yes | |
Handles | Sturdy molded plastic handle with metal grommets and cabling | Padded top handle and front haul handle | |
Loops and Attachments | Hanging clasp | 360 degree reflective bike-light loop | |
Business & School Features | Laptop Sleeve | Padded laptop compartment fits up to 16" | Dedicated laptop compartment fits up to 17" |
Tablet Sleeve | Separate tablet pocket | Padded fleece-lined tablet sleeve | |
Organizer Pocket | Front utility pocket with organizer | ||
Travel Features | Compression Straps | External compression straps | |
Base / Bottom | Weather-resistant bottom | ||
Hiking / Backpacking Features | Back Panel | Thick padded mesh back panel | The FlexVentâ„¢ suspension system |
Reflective Safety Strips | Reflective details | ||
Anti Theft Features | Hidden Pocket | Anti-theft back pocket |
Targus 's 16" Drifter II Laptop Backpack is a Laptop backpack with School features while The North Face 's Router Backpack is a School 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 The North Face Router Backpack's capacity is 40L with a size of 21.25 x 14 x 10.5 inches. Constructed from 500D Nylon Oxford Slub, 420 D Nylon, 210D Cordura Nylon Ripstop it weighs 3.3 pounds and is available in 4 colors and patterns.
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