Targus 17" Groove Backpack vs TIMBUK2 Vapor Convertible Tote Backpack

The main difference between the Targus 17" Groove Backpack and the Timbuk2 Vapor Convertible Tote Backpack is that the 17" Groove Backpack has Zippers (Nylon zipper with webbing pulls) while the Vapor Convertible Tote Backpack does not.

Targus 17" Groove Backpack - Front View
TIMBUK2 Vapor Convertible Tote Backpack - Front View
Specs Brand Targus Timbuk2
Name 17" Groove Backpack Vapor Convertible Tote Backpack
Category Laptop Laptop
Sub Category Work Work
Capacity (L) 30L
Dimensions (in) 12.75 x 19.75 x 6.50 11.81 x 4.33 x 17.32
Weight (lb) 1.54 1.48
Fabric Durable 840D nylon 100% recycled nylon and polyester
Color Black Jet Black
Warranty Limited Lifetime Warranty Lifetime Warranty
Release Date September 14, 2004
Rating 4.6 4.2
Price Under $100 Under $150
General Features Shoulder Straps J shape - adjustable padded strap Tuckable tote straps when wearing as a backpack; tuckable shoulder straps when carrying as a tote
Zippers Nylon zipper with webbing pulls
Main Compartment Access Normal top two way zip access Normal top zip access
External Pockets 5 exyernal pockets Nylon zipper with webbing pulls
Internal Compartments Foam padded laptop compartment Laptop sleeve, Interior dual slip, scratch-free, tricot-lined pockets
Side Pockets 2 side pockets
Water Bottle Yes
Handles Top grab handle Two webbing top handles
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Padded; 17" Laptops and Under Padded laptop sleeve fits most 15" laptops/tablets
Tablet Sleeve Padded
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Padded Padded

You're currently comparing the 17" Groove Backpack by Targus against the Vapor Convertible Tote Backpack by Timbuk2.


Targus 's 17" Groove Backpack is a Laptop backpack with Work features while Timbuk2's Vapor Convertible Tote Backpack is a Laptop backpack with Work features.

The Targus 17" Groove Backpack has a capacity of 30L (liters), weighs 1.54 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 12.75 x 19.75 x 6.50. It's made of Durable 840D nylon and is available in Black in comparison the Timbuk2 Vapor Convertible Tote Backpack's capacity is with a size of 11.81 x 4.33 x 17.32 inches. Constructed from 100% recycled nylon and polyester it weighs 1.48 pounds and is available in Jet Black.