The main difference between the Timbuk2 Project Backpack and the Targus 15-16" Transpire™ Compact Backpack is that the Project Backpack has Water Proof / Water Resistant (Water-repellent) while the 15-16" Transpire™ Compact Backpack does not.
Specs | Brand | Timbuk2 | Targus |
Name | Project Backpack | 15-16" Transpire™ Compact Backpack | |
Category | Laptop | Laptop | |
Sub Category | Travel | Travel | |
Capacity (L) | 21L | 18L | |
Dimensions (in) | 11.42 x 4.72 x 18.5 | 12.20 x 18.11 4.33 | |
Weight (lb) | 2.5 | 1.21 | |
Fabric | Water-repellent waxed canvas and trimmed in premium leather | ||
Color | Scout | Black | |
Warranty | Lifetime Warranty | Limited Lifetime Warranty | |
Price | Under $250 | Under $100 | |
General Features | Shoulder Straps | Straight - adjustable padded strap | Adjustable shoulder straps with webbing hook and loop detail |
Water Proof / Water Resistant | Water-repellent | ||
Zippers | Metal zipper with metal pulls | 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 | Laptop pocket fits, expandable zippered side pocket, 1 front pocket | 3 external pockets | |
Internal Compartments | Dedicated, padded laptop compartment | ||
Side Pockets | 1 side pocket | 2 side pockets | |
Water Bottle | Yes | ||
Handles | Top grab handle | Top grab handle | |
Loops and Attachments | Beer tiki bottle opener on front shoulder strap | Sunglasses loop | |
Lightweight | Lightweight | ||
Business & School Features | Laptop Sleeve | Padded; 15" laptop | Padded; 16" laptop |
Tablet Sleeve | Padded | ||
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 | |
Base / Bottom | Water-resistant base | ||
Hiking / Backpacking Features | Back Panel | Padded | Padded, contoured back |
Timbuk2's Project 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 Project Backpack has a capacity of 21L (liters), weighs 2.5 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 11.42 x 4.72 x 18.5. It's made of Water-repellent waxed canvas and trimmed in premium leather and is available in Scout 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.
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