Jansport Double Break vs. Ryu Flex Pack 20L
Two carry-on travel backpacks, compared spec for spec.
Jansport Double Break
| Capacity | 27 L |
| Weight | 0.4 kg |
| Dimensions | 42×31×14 cm |
| Airline fit | 95% |
| Price | $45 |
Feature by feature
| Jansport Double Break | Feature | Ryu Flex Pack 20L |
|---|---|---|
| Storage | ||
| N | Compression | N |
| None | Expanded Capacity | None |
| 4 | Opening | 4 |
| N | Passport | N |
| N | Passthrough | N |
| Carry | ||
| Y | Backpack | Y |
| N | Hip Belt | N |
| N | Sternum Strap | removable |
| Inside | ||
| 15in | Laptop | 15in |
| 1 | Main Compartments | 1 |
| Y | Organizer | Y |
| Outside | ||
| × | Hard Shell | × |
| N | Rain-fly | N |
| 1 | Water Bottle Holder | 1 |
| Y | Water Resistant | Y |
| Material | |
| 400D Nylon Packcloth | 100% nylon with silicone coating and Polygiene® finish |
Key differences between the Jansport Double Break and Ryu Flex Pack 20L
- Sternum strap: No on the Jansport Double Break; Removable on the Ryu Flex Pack 20L.
Both have: backpack straps, laptop sleeve, built-in organizer, water bottle pockets, water resistant.
Which airlines take each bag as a carry-on
We checked both bags against the carry-on size limits of 189 airlines. 177 accept both. 2 accept only the Jansport Double Break, and 0 accept only the Ryu Flex Pack 20L.
Only the Jansport Double Break fits
Air Tahiti, Gulf Air.
Jansport Double Break vs. Ryu Flex Pack 20L: which should you pack?
The Jansport Double Break carries 7L more than the Ryu Flex Pack 20L (27L vs. 20L), and the two are closely matched on weight. For carry-on flexibility, the Jansport Double Break fits 95% of the airlines we track — the higher of the two. If you prioritise packing volume, choose the Jansport Double Break; if you want to travel lighter, the Jansport Double Break is the better call.