Targus 15 Groove X2 Compact Backpack (Charcoal) - TSB952GL

It was a very nice back pack but for what my granddaughter need for was for college and it was just a little too small for what she has to carry. I have nothing bad to say about it, it just depends on each individual's needs.

15-Inch Compact Laptop Backpack, Charcoal Manufacturer: Targus Model: “Groove X2 Compact” (TSB952GL) Amazon price: $64.99 I REALLY like this backpack/daypack. It is comfortably compact for daily commutation, attending conferences, and it fits easily under the seat on a plane. It will accommodate laptops up to 15 inches but I usually prefer to carry-on minimally with a tablet, headphones, reference material and the necessary electronics. This is not a backpack for hiking or camping. Its subdued, urban styling is tidy and efficient with sufficient padding for most occasions. The gray polyester is soft to the touch and while not waterproof, it resists splashes. The zippers are kinkless and slide smoothly. The back is ventilated as are the shoulder straps. There is a comfortable carrying handle on top—there are plenty of times when you don’t want to carry the pack slung over a shoulder. I’ve never understood packs with small rope-like handles that are painful to carry by hand. My only small issue is that there is no protection for the soft gray fabric on the bottom of the pack. I’d like to see a matching waterproof fabric on the bottom. The pack will get dirty if it is placed on a floor, sidewalk, or in public transportation. While this doesn’t happen often, there are times when it’s unavoidable. Storage—There is an 11-inch deep zippered pocket on the outside for tickets and items that need to be readily accessible. There is also a discreet water bottle pocket. When not in use, it’s nearly invisible. Inside, there are four compartments: A roomy mesh section with a zipper closure allows you to easily see its contents instead of groping. There is a padded slot at the back that will fit laptops up to 9.7 inches deep. In front of that is a slot for a tablet that has a super soft lining for screen protection. There is also a small elasticized compartment in the bottom corner for, I guess, a small water bottle. I use it for pens, pencils, a laser pointer, and my stylus. In case you need it, there is a cable pass-through that permits charging your gear while it’s in the pack. This is a very nice daypack that is lightweight and well made. It’s tasteful urban styling goes well with a suit or casual Friday wear. Highly recommended.

The Targus Groove X2 Compact a great lower profile option for 15" Macbook users. It feels like a messenger bag that's been redesigned as a backpack, and I mean that in a good way. The main compartment has a large, cushioned slot against the back for your laptop. Our Macbook Pro 15" fits perfectly in that spot without feeling too snug or tight. There's also a smaller, slim pocket for a notebook or an iPad. On the opposite wall, there's a zippered, mesh pouch for smaller accessories like USB drives, a small mouse, pens, etc. The rest of the main compartment is big enough to hold maybe one large textbook or a bunch of notepads. There's also a really tiny pouch in the bottom corner of the main compartment, at the base of the zipper. There's a reinforced passthrough hole there on the outside of the backpack at the spot, so you can secure a small battery bank in the pouch and run a USB cable through the hole for easy charging. It would be nice if there were a way to quickly coil and stow the USB cable when you're done though. There's a second outer, zippered pouch that's a bit smaller. It'd be a good place for larger accessories like a mouse or your Macbook charger. The side pocket for the water bottle is pretty slim, but it fits my 18oz Yeti bottle just fine when the bag is mostly empty. If you do pack this bag full of books or other rigid items, it would probably be difficult to get a water bottle into the side pocket. The straps on this bag are nicely cushioned and comfortably wide to distribute the weight. I like that this backpack is very low profile, so I don't feel particularly bulky or cumbersome wearing it.

I’ve had a lot of backpacks and laptop cases over the last 20 or so years. Back in the 90s, laptop bags and backpacks looked like they were made for laptops. I never much like that, and Targus was one of the worst offenders.They were pure function over design, and that just didn’t really work for me personally. Wow. Things have changed. While Targus has once again delivered on an extremely functional backpack, they have finally put some effort into delivering a good looking pack as well. This thing is sweet. Construction is very good. Seems are tight and straight, zippers are quality. There’s plenty of room inside for up to a 15 inch laptop, and I find the padding in the laptop compartment to be adequate. Additional areas for pens, papers, books and even a water bottle deliver the perfect amount of usability in a day pack. The bonus with this one is the design. It just looks great. It’s not an obvious fake leather bag with a giant metal name on it, it’s just a cool looking backpack and I’ve gotten compliments on it from people that hate these sorts of things usually. So far I’ve had no issues with it whatsoever, and I’ve used it quite a bit. If you’re looking for a reasonably priced, extremely functional and great looking backpack, you could do way, way worse than this one. Targus, I take back everything I said about you over the years. This is a great backpack.

This is a stylish and well-made backpack, charcoal gray in color and a durable and water-resistant denim-type outer material. The shoulder straps are wide, comfortably padded, and adjustable. There is a hand strap on the top as well. The backing of the pack is mesh to help with airflow when you are carrying it on your back for a long time. A wide zipper gives you interior access, with a padded compartment for a 15-inch laptop, a padded compartment for a tablet, and a mesh zippered pouch. The rest of the interior is roomy enough for an agenda book, notebooks, folders, etc. The outside front of the backpack has a large padded zippered pouch. This backpack has eliminated my need to carry a tote as well as a laptop bag to work every day! There is even a small rubber access port to allow you to charge your devices while still in the backpack! All these thoughtful details and comfortable, yet stylish design make this backpack a great choice for all-in-one organization for your casual or professional travel needs!

First of all, be aware this is for Apple MacBooks. The Amazon description header doesn't say this, but if you look up the Groove x2 on Targus' website, the description is 'Groove X2 Compact Backpack designed for MacBook 15” & Laptops up to 15”' Will it work for other 15" laptops? Yes, but only if their dimensions are close to the Apple model's dimensions. The laptop compartment is very snug. With that out of the way, it's a nice little backpack. Comfortable, nice looking, and well-made. It even holds a decent amount of stuff. Actually, my wife used this on a trip as her personal item *without* the laptop, because it was convenient and comfortable. The thought it was fantastic. And if you're going to carry stuff that has dimensions similar to a laptop (magazines, papers, etc.) this will work just fine.

This Targus backpack is exactly what I've been looking for in a laptop backpack. It fits my 15in Dell XPS 9570 perfectly like a glove. The laptop protection is thin to save space and weight but it is adequate for minor protection from bumps. There is a zippered section in the front as well as a zippered mesh area inside on the flap. The size of the backpack is 19L which I feel is the perfect size for daily use. Plenty of space for the charger, a bag lunch and a light jacket. The straps are very comfortable and the profile of the bag is very small and slim. I love the fact that there is minimal branding on it and it looks great for professional use.

I was really excited to try this backback out as I am freelancer and travel with my computers often. Before I used a type of briefcase shaped carrier and although it was nice, this backback is so much better. I like that you can carry it backpack style because it frees up my hands to grab other things. It doesn't fit anything bigger then a 15" laptop and that was a tight fit. I was able to put my 15" and 13" labtops in this bag together with both power cords and probably would still have room for a tablet too. I like the color and the zippers are nice as well. Seems like it is well made and will last awhile. It has lots of different pockets on the outside and inside to place all your accessories.

This is a very stylish, slim backpack that's perfect for travelling to and from the office. It's very light and comfortable to wear. It fits my 2018 15" macbook pro just fine. There's a fair amount of padding for the laptop so it won't get damaged easily. You can easily fit any adapters in there, chargers, lunch etc and even a jumper. I did wear it when it was raining and no water has gotten inside.

Good quality!

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Leider ist der Rücksack nach nur vier Monaten an der Unterseite mit einem Loch ,welches immer mehr reißt versehen.Da der Verkäufer von einem Eigenverschulden ausgeht,was nicht sein kann,da ich den Rücksack nur abgestellt habe,bekomme ich keinen Ersatz. Das ist nicht mein erster Rücksack aber so etwas hatte ich noch nie. Schade

Ne çok küçük ne de büyük bir çanta. Adı gibi compact bir yapıda. Macbook pro 16 çok rahat sığıyor ve desteklemesi güzel. Omuz desteği de sıradan çantalar gibi ağrı yapmıyor.