The North Face Recon Backpack vs Targus 15.6” Sagano™ EcoSmart® Campus Backpack

The main difference between the The North Face Recon Backpack and the Targus 15.6” Sagano™ EcoSmart® Campus Backpack is that the Recon Backpack has Sternum / Chest Straps (Sternum strap with a whistle buckle) while the 15.6” Sagano™ EcoSmart® Campus Backpack does not.

The North Face Recon School Laptop Backpack - Front View
Targus 15.6” Sagano™ EcoSmart® Campus Backpack - Front View
Specs Brand The North Face Targus
Name Recon Backpack 15.6” Sagano™ EcoSmart® Campus Backpack
Category School Laptop
Sub Category Laptop School
Capacity (L) 30L 20L
Dimensions (in) ‎6 x 6 x 2 11.81 x 4.32 x 19.69
Weight (lb) 2 1.06
Fabric 210D recycled nylon ripstop with non-PFC durable water-repellent (non-PFC DWR) finish Made from 7 recycled PET bottles
Color ‎Cone Orange/Tnf Black Grey
Warranty Limited Lifetime Warranty
Release Date July 29, 2022
Rating 4.8
Price Under $150 Under $50
General Features Shoulder Straps J shape - adjustable articulated shoulder straps Adjustable comfort shoulder straps
Sternum / Chest Straps Sternum strap with a whistle buckle
Hip Belt / Waist Strap Removable waist belt
Zippers Nylon zipper with U-pull zippers are easy to grab Nylon zipper with webbing pulls
Main Compartment Access Normal top two way zip access
External Pockets Fleece-lined pocket for sunglasses, phone or keys. Two durable, external water bottle pockets can easily double as multi-use pockets with quick-draw smartphone access on one side. Two side compression webbing straps. Bottom compression. Webbing daisy chain offers lash points, stretch-mesh pocket, 3 external compartments
Internal Compartments Protective dedicated laptop compartment, Front compartment has internal organization with secure-zip pockets and a padded tablet sleeve Laptop sleeve
Side Pockets 2 side pockets
Water Bottle Yes Yes
Handles Comfortable, padded top grab handle Top grab handle
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Padded; 16" Laptops and Under
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Padded back with breathable mesh fabric for air circulation
Other Features Other Features Women-specific version available

You're currently comparing the Recon Backpack by The North Face against the 15.6” Sagano™ EcoSmart® Campus Backpack by Targus .


The North Face's Recon Backpack is a School backpack with Laptop features while Targus 's 15.6” Sagano™ EcoSmart® Campus Backpack is a Laptop backpack with School features.

The The North Face Recon Backpack has a capacity of 30L (liters), weighs 2 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are ‎6 x 6 x 2. It's made of 210D recycled nylon ripstop with non-PFC durable water-repellent (non-PFC DWR) finish and is available in ‎Cone Orange/Tnf Black in comparison the Targus 15.6” Sagano™ EcoSmart® Campus Backpack's capacity is 20L with a size of 11.81 x 4.32 x 19.69 inches. Constructed from Made from 7 recycled PET bottles it weighs 1.06 pounds and is available in Grey.