TIMBUK2 Never Check Expandable Backpack vs Targus 15-16" Transpire™ Compact Backpack

The main difference between the Timbuk2 Never Check Expandable Backpack and the Targus 15-16" Transpire™ Compact Backpack is that the Never Check Expandable Backpack has Sternum / Chest Straps (Adjustable chest strap) while the 15-16" Transpire™ Compact Backpack does not.

TIMBUK2 Never Check Expandable Backpack - Front View
Targus 15-16" Transpire™ Compact Backpack - Front View
Specs Brand Timbuk2 Targus
Name Never Check Expandable Backpack 15-16" Transpire™ Compact Backpack
Category Laptop Laptop
Sub Category Travel Travel
Capacity (L) 24.50L 18L
Dimensions (in) 11.42 x 11.42 x 14.17 12.20 x 18.11 4.33
Weight (lb) 2.64 1.21
Color Jet Black Black
Warranty Lifetime Warranty Limited Lifetime Warranty
Rating 4.6
Price Under $250 Under $100
General Features Shoulder Straps J shape - adjustable padded strap Adjustable shoulder straps with webbing hook and loop detail
Sternum / Chest Straps Adjustable chest strap
Zippers Weatherproof zippers Nylon and metal zipper with plastic and metal pulls
Main Compartment Access Normal top two way zip access Normal top two way zip access
External Pockets 1 front zip pocket, 1 side pocket 3 external pockets
Internal Compartments Laptop sleeve, mesh pocket Dedicated, padded laptop compartment
Side Pockets 1 side pocket 2 side pockets
Water Bottle Yes Yes
Handles Top grab handle Top grab handle
Loops and Attachments Sunglasses loop
Lightweight Lightweight
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Padded Padded; 16" laptop
Tablet Sleeve Padded; 9.7" iPad Padded
Travel Features Carry-on Size Compliant Fits the airlines carry-on sizer and planes overhead bin
Luggage Straps / Trolley Sleeve Trolley strap
Base / Bottom Water-resistant base
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Padded Padded, contoured back

You're currently comparing the Never Check Expandable Backpack by Timbuk2 against the 15-16" Transpire™ Compact Backpack by Targus .


Timbuk2's Never Check Expandable Backpack is a Laptop backpack with Travel features while Targus 's 15-16" Transpire™ Compact Backpack is a Laptop backpack with Travel features.

The Timbuk2 Never Check Expandable Backpack has a capacity of 24.50L (liters), weighs 2.64 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 11.42 x 11.42 x 14.17. It's made of and is available in Jet Black in comparison the Targus 15-16" Transpire™ Compact Backpack's capacity is 18L with a size of 12.20 x 18.11 4.33 inches. Constructed from it weighs 1.21 pounds and is available in Black.