Greenroom136 Rainmaker vs. Jansport Driver 8 Backpack
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 Driver 8 Backpack |
|---|---|---|
| Storage | ||
| 4 | Compression | N |
| None | Expanded Capacity | None |
| 1 | Opening | 4 |
| side | Passport | N |
| N | Passthrough | N |
| Carry | ||
| Y | Backpack | Y |
| N | Hip Belt | N |
| Y | Sternum Strap | N |
| Inside | ||
| 15in | Laptop | 15in |
| 3 | Main Compartments | 4 |
| Y | Organizer | N |
| Outside | ||
| × | Hard Shell | × |
| N | Rain-fly | N |
| N | Water Bottle Holder | 1 |
| Y | Water Resistant | Y |
| Material | |
| 1000D Cordura | 600 Denier Polyester / 420 Denier Nylon |
Jansport Driver 8 Backpack
| Capacity | 36 L |
| Weight | 3 kg |
| Dimensions | 53×35×25 cm |
| Airline fit | 38% |
| Price | $110 |
Key differences between the Greenroom136 Rainmaker and Jansport Driver 8 Backpack
- Compression straps: 4 on the Greenroom136 Rainmaker; No on the Jansport Driver 8 Backpack.
- Opening: Clamshell on the Greenroom136 Rainmaker; Top zip on the Jansport Driver 8 Backpack.
- Passport pocket: Side on the Greenroom136 Rainmaker; No on the Jansport Driver 8 Backpack.
- Sternum strap: Yes on the Greenroom136 Rainmaker; No on the Jansport Driver 8 Backpack.
- Main compartments: 3 on the Greenroom136 Rainmaker; 4 on the Jansport Driver 8 Backpack.
- Built-in organizer: Yes on the Greenroom136 Rainmaker; No on the Jansport Driver 8 Backpack.
- Water bottle pockets: No on the Greenroom136 Rainmaker; 1 on the Jansport Driver 8 Backpack.
Both have: backpack straps, laptop sleeve, water resistant.
Which airlines take each bag as a carry-on
We checked both bags against the carry-on size limits of 189 airlines. 72 accept both. 115 accept only the Greenroom136 Rainmaker, and 0 accept only the Jansport Driver 8 Backpack.
Only the Greenroom136 Rainmaker fits
Aer Lingus, Air Asia, Air Baltic, Air Canada, Air China, Air Macau, Air Malta, Air Niugini, Air Serbia, Air Seychelles, Air Tahiti, Air Wisconsin, AirAsiaX, Alaska Airlines, Allegiant Air, American Airlines, American Eagle, Asiana Airlines, ATA Airlines, Austrian, Avianca , Azerbaijan Airlines, Bahamasair, Bangkok Airways, Belavia, Biman Bangladesh, Blue Air, Brussels Airlines, Bulgaria Air, Cambodia Angkor Air, Cathay Pacific, Cayman Airways, Cebu Pacific, China Airlines, China Eastern, CommutAir, Croatia Air, Delta Airlines, Dragonair, easyJet, Emirates Airlines, Enter Air, Ethiopian Airlines, Etihad Airways, Eurowings, EVA Air, Fiji Airways, Flair Air, flybe, Garuda Indonesia, Great Lakes Airlines, Gulf Air, Hawaiian Airlines, Hong Kong Airlines, Icelandair, InselAir, jetBlue Airways, Jetstar Airways, Jetstar Asia, Juneyao Airlines, Kulula, LC Perú, Liat Airlines, Lion Air Group, LOT Polish, Lufthansa, Luxair, Mahan Air, Malaysia Airlines, Mango, Meridiana Fly, Mesa Airlines, Nordwind Airlines, Norwegian, Oman Air, Pakistan International, 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, Skywest, Inc., South African Airways, Spring Airlines, SriLankan Airlines, Sun Express, Swiss Int'l Air Lines, TAP Air Portugal, TAROM, Tianjin Airlines (A320 & E190), Tiger Airways, Trans States, TUI, Turkish Airlines, Ukraine International, United Airlines, Vietnam Airlines, VIM Airlines (Closed), Virgin Atlantic, Virgin Australia, VivaColombia, Volaris, Volotea, WestJet, Wizz Air, Xiamen.
The Greenroom136 Rainmaker and the Jansport Driver 8 both command their own rugged elegance. These carry-on backpacks share common traits, but their differences meet varying travelers’ tastes.
The Greenroom136 Rainmaker is more compact, and with its 22 liters capacity, it makes for a loyal partner in quick trips and urban commute. Weighing just 1.7 pounds, the Rainmaker boasts a nimble figure while having a commendable strength owing to its 1000D Cordura make. It has a laptop compartment that fits a 15 inch laptop, and a plethora of unique customizability options that offer personal touches to users. The versatile features and sturdy, water-resistant exterior make it an easy favorite among reviewers, with one even stating, "Overall, it’s a solid pack that values function above all else."
On the other hand, the Jansport Driver 8 is for the heavy haulers and long hauls. The Driver 8, with its staggering 36 liters capacity, can house all your travel needs and more. Weighing 3 pounds, the Driver 8 owes its durability to the 600 Denier Polyester / 420 Denier Nylon construction. With a similar laptop compartment size as the Rainmaker, the Driver 8 stands out with the ease of converting from a backpack to a roller, tucking away the shoulder straps effortlessly. Users commend its great craftsmanship and durability, one reviewer praised its "big and strong wheels and the ease of use of the telescoping handle."
To sum up the comparison:
- Size: Rainmaker (40x28x21 inches); Driver 8 (25x35x53 inches)
- Weight: Rainmaker (1.7 lbs); Driver 8 (3 lbs)
- Capacity: Rainmaker (22 liters); Driver 8 (36 liters)
- Airline Compatibility: Rainmaker (100%); Driver 8 (47%)
- Material: Rainmaker (1000D Cordura); Driver 8 (600 Denier Polyester / 420 Denier Nylon)
- Notable Features: Rainmaker (customizability options, versatile); Driver 8 (convertible, holds more items)
In choosing between the Greenroom136 Rainmaker and the Jansport Driver 8 Backpack, travelers need to consider their unique preferences and needs. Whether you value a pack that accentuates function or a reliable bag that gracefully balances capacity and durability, both backpacks offer top-of-the-line features that surely make every journey a more pleasurable experience.