Greenroom136 Rainmaker vs. Jansport Far Out 40
Two carry-on travel backpacks, compared spec for spec.
Greenroom136 Rainmaker
| Capacity | 22 L |
| Weight | 1.7 kg |
| Dimensions | 40×28×20 cm |
| Airline fit | 99% |
| Price | $150 |
Feature by feature
| Greenroom136 Rainmaker | Feature | Jansport Far Out 40 |
|---|---|---|
| Storage | ||
| 4 | Compression | Y |
| None | Expanded Capacity | None |
| 1 | Opening | 4 |
| side | Passport | Y |
| N | Passthrough | N |
| Carry | ||
| Y | Backpack | Y |
| N | Hip Belt | removable |
| Y | Sternum Strap | Y |
| Inside | ||
| 15in | Laptop | 15in |
| 3 | Main Compartments | 1 |
| Y | Organizer | Y |
| Outside | ||
| × | Hard Shell | × |
| N | Rain-fly | N |
| N | Water Bottle Holder | 2 |
| Y | Water Resistant | Y |
| Material | |
| 1000D Cordura | 600 Denier Polyester |
Jansport Far Out 40
| Capacity | 40 L |
| Weight | 1.7 kg |
| Dimensions | 62×30×19 cm |
| Airline fit | 14% |
| Price | $140 |
Key differences between the Greenroom136 Rainmaker and Jansport Far Out 40
- Compression straps: 4 on the Greenroom136 Rainmaker; Yes on the Jansport Far Out 40.
- Opening: Clamshell on the Greenroom136 Rainmaker; Top zip on the Jansport Far Out 40.
- Passport pocket: Side on the Greenroom136 Rainmaker; Yes on the Jansport Far Out 40.
- Hip belt: No on the Greenroom136 Rainmaker; Removable on the Jansport Far Out 40.
- Main compartments: 3 on the Greenroom136 Rainmaker; 1 on the Jansport Far Out 40.
- Water bottle pockets: No on the Greenroom136 Rainmaker; 2 on the Jansport Far Out 40.
Both have: 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. 26 accept both. 161 accept only the Greenroom136 Rainmaker, and 0 accept only the Jansport Far Out 40.
Only the Greenroom136 Rainmaker fits
Aegean Airlines, Aer Lingus, Aeroflot, Aerolineas Argentinas, Aeromexico, Air Asia, Air Astana, Air Baltic, Air Canada, Air Caraibes, Air China, Air France, Air India, Air Macau, Air Malta, Air Mauritius, Air Niugini, Air Nostrum, Air Serbia, Air Seychelles, Air Tahiti, Air Wisconsin, AirAsiaX, Alaska Airlines, All Nipon Airways, Allegiant Air, American Airlines, American Eagle, ANA, Asiana Airlines, ATA Airlines, Atlas Global, Austrian, Avianca , Azerbaijan Airlines, Bahamasair, Bangkok Airways, Belavia, Biman Bangladesh, Blue Air, Boliviana de Aviacion, British Airways, Brussels Airlines, Bulgaria Air, Cambodia Angkor Air, Cathay Pacific, Cayman Airways, Cebu Pacific, China Airlines, China Eastern, CommutAir, Conviasa, Copa Airlines, Czech Airlines, Delta Airlines, Dragonair, easyJet, EL AL, Emirates Airlines, Enter Air, Ethiopian Airlines, Etihad Airways, Eurowings, EVA Air, Fiji Airways, Finnair, Flair Air, flybe, Frontier Airlines, Garuda Indonesia, Gol Linhas Aereas, Great Lakes Airlines, Gulf Air, Hawaiian Airlines, Hong Kong Airlines, Iberia, Icelandair, Indigo, InselAir, Interjet, Iran Air, Iran Aseman Air, Japan Airlines, Jet Airways, Jet2, jetBlue Airways, Jetstar Airways, Jetstar Asia, Juneyao Airlines, Kenya Airways, KLM, Kulula, Kuwait Air, LATAM , LC Perú, Liat Airlines, Lion Air Group, LOT Polish, Lufthansa, Luxair, Mahan Air, Malaysia Airlines, Mango, Meridiana Fly, Mesa Airlines, Middle East Airlines, Monarch Airlines, Nordwind Airlines, Norwegian, Oman Air, Onur Air, Pakistan International, Peach, PenAir, Porter Airlines, Qantas Airways, Qatar Airways, Ravn Alaska, Regional Express, Republic Airways, Royal Brunei Airlines, Royal Jordanian, Ryanair, S7, SAS Scandinavian, Scoot, Shandong Airlines, Shenzhen Airlines, Sky Airlines, Skywest, Inc., South African Airways, Southwest Airlines, Spirit Airlines, Spring Airlines, SriLankan Airlines, Sun Country, Sun Express, Swiss Int'l Air Lines, TAP Air Portugal, TAROM, Thai Airways, Tianjin Airlines (A320 & E190), Tiger Airways, Trans States, Travel Service Airlines, TUI, Turkish Airlines, Ukraine International, United Airlines, Uzbekistan Air, Vietnam Airlines, VIM Airlines (Closed), Virgin Atlantic, Virgin Australia, VivaColombia, Volaris, Volotea, WestJet, Wizz Air, WOW Airlines, Xiamen.
We're comparing two backpacks that are excellent in their own ways: the Greenroom136 Rainmaker and the Jansport Far Out 40. Both are high-quality carry-ons, albeit with a few significant differences.
The Greenroom136 Rainmaker is a versatile pack that values function and customizability above all else. It's an EDC (Everyday Carry) bag that can stow a laptop and iPad without worry. Crafted from 1000D Cordura, it has a sturdy, water-resistant exterior. Reviews show that users value its organization features that keep belongings securely in place. It's also lightweight at 1.7 pounds, with a 22-liter capacity. One other selling point is its wide compatibility with airlines — the Greenroom136 Rainmaker is good to go on 100% of airlines.
Meanwhile, the Jansport Far Out 40 offers a bigger capacity at 40 liters, despite also weighing in at 1.7 pounds. Made with 600 Denier Polyester, it's not as sturdy as the Rainmaker but still offers respectable durability. It's equipped with convenient features like load lifters, compression straps, and a hip belt, making it truly comfortable for users. Its removable aluminum stay doubles as a multifunctional camping tool that can serve as a bottle opener, skewer, and more. It also has many attachment points for outdoor gears and even a sleeping bag compartment. However, it's only compatible with 30% of airlines.
Here is a quick summary of this comparison:
- Dimensions: Greenroom136 Rainmaker (40x28x21 inches) vs Jansport Far Out 40 (19x30x62 inches)
- Weight: Both weigh 1.7 pounds
- Capacity: Greenroom136 Rainmaker (22L) vs Jansport Far Out 40 (40L)
- Airline compatibility: Greenroom136 Rainmaker (compatible with 100% of airlines) vs Jansport Far Out 40 (30%)
- Material: Greenroom136 Rainmaker (1000D Cordura) vs Jansport Far Out 40 (600D Polyester)
- Laptop compartment size: Both can fit a 15 inch laptop
In making your decision, the Greenroom136 Rainmaker would suit travelers who often bring a laptop along and prioritize hassle-free compatibility with airlines. On the other hand, the Jansport Far Out 40, with its larger capacity and outdoor tactical features, appeal more to adventurous travelers who don’t mind the limited airline acceptance. Both bags come with fantastic features, but your purchase ultimately depends on where and how you plan to use the backpack.