TIMBUK2 Project Backpack vs Targus 15.6" Urban Expandable Backpack

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

TIMBUK2 Project Backpack - Front View
Targus 15.6" Urban Expandable Backpack - Front View
Specs Brand Timbuk2 Targus
Name Project Backpack 15.6" Urban Expandable Backpack
Category Laptop Laptop
Sub Category Travel Travel
Capacity (L) 21L 25L
Dimensions (in) 11.42 x 4.72 x 18.5 12.00 x 17.00 7.50
Weight (lb) 2.5 1.47
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 Padded shoulder straps
Water Proof / Water Resistant Water-repellent
Zippers Metal zipper with metal pulls Metal zipper with 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 Padded laptop compartment
Side Pockets 1 side pocket 2 side pockets
Water Bottle Yes
Handles Top grab handle Comfortable carry handle
Loops and Attachments Beer tiki bottle opener on front shoulder strap
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Padded; 15" laptop Padded; 15.6" Laptops and Under
Travel Features Luggage Straps / Trolley Sleeve Luggage pass-through Luggage pass-through trolley strap
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Padded Padded

You're currently comparing the Project Backpack by Timbuk2 against the 15.6" Urban Expandable Backpack by Targus .


Timbuk2's Project Backpack is a Laptop backpack with Travel features while Targus 's 15.6" Urban Expandable 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" Urban Expandable Backpack's capacity is 25L with a size of 12.00 x 17.00 7.50 inches. Constructed from it weighs 1.47 pounds and is available in Black.