The main difference between the Timbuk2 Authority Laptop Backpack Deluxe and the Targus 15-16” Drifter Essentials Backpack is that the Authority Laptop Backpack Deluxe has Sternum / Chest Straps (Adjustable chest strap) while the 15-16” Drifter Essentials Backpack does not.
Specs | Brand | Timbuk2 | Targus |
Name | Authority Laptop Backpack Deluxe | 15-16” Drifter Essentials Backpack | |
Category | Laptop | Laptop | |
Sub Category | Travel | Travel | |
Capacity (L) | 28L | 28L | |
Dimensions (in) | 5.91 x 11.42 x 18.11 | 17.00 x 5.00 x 20.00 | |
Weight (lb) | 2.55 | 2.66 | |
Fabric | 100% recycled nylon | ||
Color | Eco Black Deluxe | Black | |
Warranty | Lifetime Warranty | Limited Lifetime Warranty | |
Rating | 4.5 | ||
Price | Under $200 | Under $100 | |
General Features | Shoulder Straps | J shape - adjustable padded strap | Padded, contoured shoulder straps |
Sternum / Chest Straps | Adjustable chest strap | ||
Zippers | Nylon zipper with metal and string pulls | Nylon zipper with metal pulls | |
Main Compartment Access | Normal top two way zip access | Normal top two way zip access | |
External Pockets | Front zip pocket, 1 side pocket | 7 external pockets | |
Internal Compartments | Laptop sleeve, organizer pockets | Padded laptop compartment with zippered pocket for small accessories, 3 additional large compartments | |
Side Pockets | 1 side pocket | 4 side pockets | |
Water Bottle | Yes | ||
Handles | Top grab handle | Rugged carry handle | |
Business & School Features | Laptop Sleeve | Padded; 17" laptop | Padded; 16" Laptops and Under |
Organizer Pocket | Internal organizer | ||
Travel Features | Compression Straps | Compression straps let you cinch it all down tight for a clean look that can transition from client A to B and then bar X. | |
Luggage Straps / Trolley Sleeve | Luggage pass-through | ||
Base / Bottom | Durable, water-resistant base | ||
Hiking / Backpacking Features | Back Panel | Airmesh ventilated back panel | Padded |
Timbuk2's Authority Laptop Backpack Deluxe is a Laptop backpack with Travel features while Targus 's 15-16” Drifter Essentials Backpack is a Laptop backpack with Travel features.
The Timbuk2 Authority Laptop Backpack Deluxe has a capacity of 28L (liters), weighs 2.55 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 5.91 x 11.42 x 18.11. It's made of 100% recycled nylon and is available in Eco Black Deluxe in comparison the Targus 15-16” Drifter Essentials Backpack's capacity is 28L with a size of 17.00 x 5.00 x 20.00 inches. Constructed from it weighs 2.66 pounds and is available in Black.
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