The Moderne Explorer Backpack vs. Greenroom136 Genesis
Two carry-on travel backpacks, compared spec for spec.
The Moderne Explorer Backpack
| Capacity | 35 L |
| Weight | 0 kg |
| Dimensions | 47×35×20 cm |
| Airline fit | 90% |
| Price | $149 |
Feature by feature
| The Moderne Explorer Backpack | Feature | Greenroom136 Genesis |
|---|---|---|
| Storage | ||
| N | Compression | Y |
| None | Expanded Capacity | None |
| 1 | Opening | 3 |
| Y | Passport | Y |
| N | Passthrough | N |
| Carry | ||
| Y | Backpack | Y |
| N | Hip Belt | N |
| Y | Sternum Strap | Y |
| Inside | ||
| 15in | Laptop | 17in |
| 1 | Main Compartments | 1 |
| N | Organizer | N |
| Outside | ||
| × | Hard Shell | × |
| N | Rain-fly | N |
| 2 | Water Bottle Holder | 2 |
| Y | Water Resistant | Y |
| Material | |
| Polyester | 100% genuine, 1000 denier urethane coated Cordura nylon fabric for outer shell. 100% genuine, 420 denier urethane coated Oxford nylon fabric for inner shell. |
Greenroom136 Genesis
| Capacity | 20 L |
| Weight | 1.8 kg |
| Dimensions | 44×32×14 cm |
| Airline fit | 95% |
| Price | $156 |
Key differences between the The Moderne Explorer Backpack and Greenroom136 Genesis
- Compression straps: No on the The Moderne Explorer Backpack; Yes on the Greenroom136 Genesis.
- Opening: Clamshell on the The Moderne Explorer Backpack; Top flap on the Greenroom136 Genesis.
- Laptop sleeve: 15in on the The Moderne Explorer Backpack; 17in on the Greenroom136 Genesis.
Both have: passport pocket, backpack straps, sternum strap, 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. 171 accept both. 0 accept only the The Moderne Explorer Backpack, and 8 accept only the Greenroom136 Genesis.
Only the Greenroom136 Genesis fits
Air Tahiti, American Eagle, Cayman Airways, easyJet, Gulf Air, Ravn Alaska, Regional Express, Virgin Australia.
The Moderne Explorer Backpack vs. Greenroom136 Genesis: which should you pack?
The The Moderne Explorer Backpack carries 15L more than the Greenroom136 Genesis (35L vs. 20L), and the two are closely matched on weight. For carry-on flexibility, the Greenroom136 Genesis fits 95% of the airlines we track — the higher of the two. If you prioritise packing volume, choose the The Moderne Explorer Backpack; if you want to travel lighter, the Greenroom136 Genesis is the better call.