Thule Subterra Backpack 34L vs Targus 15"-16" Mobile Elite Checkpoint-Friendly Backpack

The main difference between the Thule Subterra Backpack 34L and the Targus 15"-16" Mobile Elite Checkpoint-Friendly Backpack is that the Subterra Backpack 34L has Sternum / Chest Straps (Sternum strap) while the 15"-16" Mobile Elite Checkpoint-Friendly Backpack does not.

Thule Subterra Backpack 34L F View
Targus 15"-16" Mobile Elite Checkpoint-Friendly Backpack - Front View
Specs Brand Thule Targus
Name Subterra Backpack 34L 15"-16" Mobile Elite Checkpoint-Friendly Backpack
Category Carry On Carry On
Sub Category Travel Travel
Capacity (L) 34L 26L
Dimensions (in) 9.1 x 12.2 x 20.5 14.17 x 6.69 x 19.29
Weight (lb) 2.8 2.64
Fabric 800D Nylon
Color Black Black
Warranty Thule Guarantee Limited Lifetime Warranty
Release Date February 3, 2017 November 5, 2021
Rating 4.8 3.0
Price Under $175 Under $100
General Features Shoulder Straps Breathable perforated EVA shoulder straps S-shaped curved - adjustable padded strap
Sternum / Chest Straps Sternum strap
Zippers Nylon zipper with metal pulls
Main Compartment Access Roll top and side zipped access Normal top two way zip access
External Pockets 1 large front and 1 zipped side pocket 6 external pockets
Internal Compartments Interior sleeve and removable packing cube to organize clothes Dedicated laptop compartment with SafePort® Sling Protection System
Side Pockets Side pocket can fit water bottle and other accessories 2 side pockets
Water Bottle Yes Yes
Handles Top grab handle Comfortable, top grab handle
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Padded laptop sleeve fits up to 15" Padded; 16" laptop
Tablet Sleeve Tablet pocket
Organizer Pocket Front utility pocket with organizer
Travel Features Carry-on Size Compliant Fits the airlines carry-on sizer and planes overhead bin
Luggage Straps / Trolley Sleeve Luggage pass through Trolley strap secures to rolling luggage
Base / Bottom Water-resistant bottom
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Padded back panel Breathable air mesh back

You're currently comparing the Subterra Backpack 34L by Thule against the 15"-16" Mobile Elite Checkpoint-Friendly Backpack by Targus .


Thule 's Subterra Backpack 34L is a Carry On backpack with Travel features while Targus 's 15"-16" Mobile Elite Checkpoint-Friendly Backpack is a Carry On backpack with Travel features.

The Thule Subterra Backpack 34L has a capacity of 34L (liters), weighs 2.8 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 9.1 x 12.2 x 20.5. It's made of 800D Nylon and is available in Black in comparison the Targus 15"-16" Mobile Elite Checkpoint-Friendly Backpack's capacity is 26L with a size of 14.17 x 6.69 x 19.29 inches. Constructed from it weighs 2.64 pounds and is available in Black.