TIMBUK2 Project Backpack vs Targus 15.6" CitySmart EVA Pro Backpack

The main difference between the Timbuk2 Project Backpack and the Targus 15.6" CitySmart EVA Pro Backpack is that the Project Backpack has Water Proof / Water Resistant (Water-repellent) while the 15.6" CitySmart EVA Pro Backpack does not.

TIMBUK2 Project Backpack - Front View
Targus 15.6" CitySmart EVA Pro Backpack - Front View
Specs Brand Timbuk2 Targus
Name Project Backpack 15.6" CitySmart EVA Pro Backpack
Category Laptop Laptop
Sub Category Travel Travel
Capacity (L) 21L 26L
Dimensions (in) 11.42 x 4.72 x 18.5 13.50 x 18.25 x 8.75
Weight (lb) 2.5 2.40
Fabric Water-repellent waxed canvas and trimmed in premium leather
Color Scout Gray
Warranty Lifetime Warranty Limited Lifetime Warranty
Release Date ‎October 11, 2016
Rating 4.6
Price Under $250 Under $150
General Features Shoulder Straps Straight - adjustable padded strap Adjustable padded shoulder straps
Water Proof / Water Resistant Water-repellent
Zippers Metal zipper with metal pulls Durable, polished metal zipper pulls
Main Compartment Access Normal top two way zip access Normal top and clamshell access
External Pockets Laptop pocket fits, expandable zippered side pocket, 1 front pocket 5 external pockets
Internal Compartments Padded laptop and tablet compartments,
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
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Padded; 15" laptop Padded; 16" Laptops and Under
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 Integrated, pass-through trolley strap slips
Base / Bottom Rugged, weather-resistant base
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Padded Air mesh back panel with air flow channels
Reflective Safety Strips Reflective accents

You're currently comparing the Project Backpack by Timbuk2 against the 15.6" CitySmart EVA Pro Backpack by Targus .


Timbuk2's Project Backpack is a Laptop backpack with Travel features while Targus 's 15.6" CitySmart EVA Pro 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 15.6" CitySmart EVA Pro Backpack's capacity is 26L with a size of 13.50 x 18.25 x 8.75 inches. Constructed from it weighs 2.40 pounds and is available in Gray.