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url: "https://onebag.travel/compare/9mptl097qi/jansport-agave/nwk0nfgoev/pacsafe-vibe-40l-anti-theft-carry-on-backpack/"
title: "Jansport Agave vs Pacsafe Vibe 40L Anti-Theft Carry-On Backpack"
description: "Jansport Agave vs Pacsafe Vibe 40L Anti-Theft Carry-On Backpack: capacity, weight, dimensions and how many airlines accept each as a carry-on, side by side."
source: "https://onebag.travel/compare/9mptl097qi/jansport-agave/nwk0nfgoev/pacsafe-vibe-40l-anti-theft-carry-on-backpack/"
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# Jansport Agave vs. Pacsafe Vibe 40L Anti-Theft Carry-On Backpack

Two carry-on travel backpacks, compared spec for spec.

## [Jansport Agave](https://onebag.travel/carryon/9mptl097qi/jansport-agave/)

by [Jansport](https://onebag.travel/carryons/?brands=Jansport)

![Front facing view of the Jansport Agave](https://res.cloudinary.com/obt/image/upload/c_fill,w_400/v1626345015/carryons/Jansport_Agave_xdxagl.webp)

<table class="table table-sm cmp-spec mt-2"><tbody><tr><td>Capacity</td><td>32 L</td></tr><tr><td>Weight</td><td>0.7 kg</td></tr><tr><td>Dimensions</td><td>49×35×22 cm</td></tr><tr><td>Airline fit</td><td>72%</td></tr><tr><td>Price</td><td>$70</td></tr></tbody></table>

## Feature by feature

| Jansport Agave | Feature | Pacsafe Vibe 40L Anti-Theft Carry-On Backpack |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Storage |
| Y | Compression | Y |
| None | Expanded Capacity | None |
| 4 | Opening | 1 |
| N | Passport | N |
| N | Passthrough | N |
| Carry |
| Y | Backpack | Y |
| Y | Hip Belt | hideable |
| Y | Sternum Strap | Y |
| Inside |
| 15in | Laptop | 15in |
| 2 | Main Compartments | 2 |
| Y | Organizer | Y |
| Outside |
| × | Hard Shell | × |
| N | Rain-fly | N |
| 2 | Water Bottle Holder | N |
| Y | Water Resistant | Y |

<table class="cmp-material"><tbody><tr><td colspan="2">Material</td></tr><tr><td>420 Polyester Dobby, 210 Nylon Point Dobby</td><td>Solid: 210 Nylon Full Dull Mild Oxford, PU1000mm; Camo print: 600D High Density Polyester Oxford, PU1000mm</td></tr></tbody></table>

## [Pacsafe Vibe 40L Anti-Theft Carry-On Backpack](https://onebag.travel/carryon/nwk0nfgoev/pacsafe-vibe-40l-anti-theft-carry-on-backpack/)

by [Pacsafe](https://onebag.travel/carryons/?brands=Pacsafe)

![Front facing view of the Pacsafe Vibe 40L Anti-Theft Carry-On Backpack](https://res.cloudinary.com/obt/image/upload/c_fill,w_400/v1601581882/carryons/Vibe_40_60310129_GraniteMelange_3_1024x1024_ljkybu.webp)

<table class="table table-sm cmp-spec mt-2"><tbody><tr><td>Capacity</td><td>28 L</td></tr><tr><td>Weight</td><td>1.1 kg</td></tr><tr><td>Dimensions</td><td>53×31×21 cm</td></tr><tr><td>Airline fit</td><td>71%</td></tr><tr><td>Price</td><td>$121</td></tr></tbody></table>

## Key differences between the Jansport Agave and Pacsafe Vibe 40L Anti-Theft Carry-On Backpack

-   **Opening:** Top zip on the Jansport Agave; Clamshell on the Pacsafe Vibe 40L Anti-Theft Carry-On Backpack.
-   **Hip belt:** Yes on the Jansport Agave; Hideable on the Pacsafe Vibe 40L Anti-Theft Carry-On Backpack.
-   **Water bottle pockets:** 2 on the Jansport Agave; No on the Pacsafe Vibe 40L Anti-Theft Carry-On Backpack.

Both have: compression straps, backpack straps, sternum strap, laptop sleeve, built-in organizer, water resistant.

## Which airlines take each bag as a carry-on

We checked both bags against the carry-on size limits of 189 airlines. 132 accept both. 4 accept only the Jansport Agave, and 2 accept only the Pacsafe Vibe 40L Anti-Theft Carry-On Backpack.

### Only the Jansport Agave fits

Etihad Airways, Oman Air, Qatar Airways, Royal Jordanian.

### Only the Pacsafe Vibe 40L Anti-Theft Carry-On Backpack fits

Cayman Airways, Liat Airlines.

## Jansport Agave vs. Pacsafe Vibe 40L Anti-Theft Carry-On Backpack: which should you pack?

The **Jansport Agave** carries 4L more than the **Pacsafe Vibe 40L Anti-Theft Carry-On Backpack** (32L vs. 28L), while the **Jansport Agave** is the lighter pack at 0.7kg (vs. 1.1kg). For carry-on flexibility, the **Jansport Agave** fits 72% of the airlines we track — the higher of the two. If you prioritise packing volume, choose the Jansport Agave; if you want to travel lighter, the Jansport Agave is the better call.