Customer reviews from Targus
Targus - 17 Drifter II Laptop Backpack - Black
Average customer rating
3.8
(29 Reviews)
Rating breakdown 29 reviews
5 Stars
14
4 Stars
6
3 Stars
3
2 Stars
2
1 Star
4
67%of customers recommend this product.
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10 out of
15)
Customer Reviews for Targus - 17 Drifter II Laptop Backpack - Black
Customer Rating
1
Bad zipper stitching
on May 4, 2021
Posted by: Hendo
from Fort Carson, CO
I purchased this bag a week prior to my scheduled travels. Just alone actually loading the bag as my carry on. Granted I did inspect the bag and the zippers prior to my purchase, all seemed well. I did not overload my bag by no means. But yet the stitching for the outside top pocket had already began to fail me.
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
Written by a customer while visiting Targus
Customer Rating
5
An Immortal Laptop Bag
on January 13, 2020
Posted by: Zach
I've owned a Drifter Laptop Bag for the last 13 years; it's traveled over three continents with me through tens of thousands of miles on the road and on a plane. It truly lives up to its name; I only purchased a second one so that my child can have the same laptop protection as I have, and I'm almost positive I will hand my original down to one of my future grandkids.
Written by a customer while visiting Targus
Customer Rating
4
Good bag for the price
on April 19, 2019
Posted by: Anonymous
I really like this bag a lot. Good features, sturdy and lots of pockets for stuff. It seems like it will last forever.
Written by a customer while visiting Targus
Posted by: Vince
Verified Purchase:Yes
I ordered a new one to replace the one I had for several years. It served me extremely well, but one of the most frequently-used zippers became problematic. I couldn't find any other backpacks with such good organization with pockets for both laptops and tablets, so I figured I might as well get what I knew I liked. Unfortunately, my newer backpack was not up to the same standards (by a long shot). It's been a few weeks, and two zippers are already inconsistent, plus an inside pocket has torn. It's not completely useless, but it's nowhere near as easy to rely on as my old one.
Response from TargusBy Targus Support, Targus Support, June 10, 2022
We are sorry to hear about the zippers and torn pocket on your Drifter. Our backpacks have a limited lifetime warranty. Please contact our customer support team at 877-482-7487 Monday thru Friday 10 AM to 7 PM EST they will be happy to help you.
Written by a customer while visiting Targus
Customer Rating
5
Great Professional Backpack for Airport Traveling
on November 21, 2023
Posted by: SD
from Cypress, TX
This is the best backpack I have ever owned. It is the only backpack that has the zippered compartment at the back of the backpack under the straps that is perfect for putting your wallet, keys, phone, etc when you are going thru airport security. The backpack has a nice selection of compartments. Well-made and TARGUS has the best warranty and the easiest customer service of any company, better than REI.
I wished that a larger size was sold, say 60-65 L. The current size of 42L is about the largest size of any backpack sold, today.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting Targus
Customer Rating
4
Big enough to hold my 17" Toshiba Laptop
on March 18, 2013
Posted by: Dr Dan
from Tennessee
My only negative comment about this backpack has to do with an interference between the inner swivel snap hook and the inner zipper pocket. When you attach something to the swivel snap hook (like your car keys as I do before boarding a plane) it hangs right in front of the inner zipper pocket closure (where I usually stash my passport because it is more secure in there). The snap hook should have been located at the other end of the zipper or the zipper open/closed direction should have been reversed. I'm an engineer and yes that's a detail thing I'm pointing out ....... but I would think that you would have gotten that right if you had used the product.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting Targus
Customer Rating
5
Outstanding the best 17 inch backpack
on February 1, 2024
Posted by: Cheo2
from NY/TX
I have this backpack for 7 years. The backpack is good quality and durable. Some minor issues with the zipper, but I abuse it and still working. One of the next products in the market espeacilly for 17 ich laptops. Great protection. Even I backpack Everest with this backpack .........just great.
Written by a customer while visiting Targus
Posted by: Jason
from Stevens Point, WI
Verified Purchase:Yes
One of the best backpacks in the market! We purchased 4 for our non-profit organization.
It has a variety of pockets to keep your life organized! More than enough pockets to keep documents where they need to go.
It has a variety of pockets to keep your life organized! More than enough pockets to keep documents where they need to go.
The lifetime warranty is fantastic!! We had to warranty out the backpack a few times due to stitching and zipper failures, and we received a new replacement. We only had to pay for shipping to return the backpack.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting Targus