Greenroom136 Rainmaker vs. Jansport Far Out 65
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 65 |
|---|---|---|
| Storage | ||
| 4 | Compression | Y |
| None | Expanded Capacity | None |
| 1 | Opening | 3 |
| side | Passport | N |
| N | Passthrough | N |
| Carry | ||
| Y | Backpack | Y |
| N | Hip Belt | Y |
| 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 | 700 Denier Recycled Ripstop Poly |
Jansport Far Out 65
| Capacity | 65 L |
| Weight | 1.9 kg |
| Dimensions | 68×33×19 cm |
| Airline fit | 1% |
| Price | $120 |
Key differences between the Greenroom136 Rainmaker and Jansport Far Out 65
- Compression straps: 4 on the Greenroom136 Rainmaker; Yes on the Jansport Far Out 65.
- Opening: Clamshell on the Greenroom136 Rainmaker; Top flap on the Jansport Far Out 65.
- Passport pocket: Side on the Greenroom136 Rainmaker; No on the Jansport Far Out 65.
- Hip belt: No on the Greenroom136 Rainmaker; Yes on the Jansport Far Out 65.
- Main compartments: 3 on the Greenroom136 Rainmaker; 1 on the Jansport Far Out 65.
- Water bottle pockets: No on the Greenroom136 Rainmaker; 2 on the Jansport Far Out 65.
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. 2 accept both. 185 accept only the Greenroom136 Rainmaker, and 0 accept only the Jansport Far Out 65.
Only the Greenroom136 Rainmaker fits
Adria Airways, Aegean Airlines, Aer Lingus, Aeroflot, Aerolineas Argentinas, Aeromexico, Air Asia, Air Astana, Air Baltic, Air Canada, Air Caraibes, Air China, Air Europa, Air France, Air India, Air Koryo, Air Macau, Air Malta, Air Mauritius, Air New Zealand, Air Niugini, Air Nostrum, Air Serbia, Air Seychelles, Air Tahiti, Air Tahiti Nui, 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, Azul Linhas, Bahamasair, Bangkok Airways, Belavia, Biman Bangladesh, Blue Air, Boliviana de Aviacion, British Airways, Brussels Airlines, Bulgaria Air, Cambodia Angkor Air, Caribbean Airlines, Cathay Pacific, Cayman Airways, Cebu Pacific, China Airlines, China Eastern, China Southern, CommutAir, Conviasa, Copa Airlines, Croatia Air, Cubana de Aviacion, 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, Hainan Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines, Hong Kong Airlines, Iberia, Icelandair, Indigo, InselAir, Interjet, Iran Air, Iran Aseman Air, Island Air, Japan Airlines, Jet Airways, Jet2, jetBlue Airways, Jetstar Airways, Jetstar Asia, Juneyao Airlines, Kenya Airways, KLM, Korean Air, 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, Philippine Airlines, Porter Airlines, Qantas Airways, Qatar Airways, Ravn Alaska, Regional Express, Republic Airways, Royal Air Morocco, Royal Brunei Airlines, Royal Jordanian, Ryanair, S7, SAS Scandinavian, Saudi Arabian Airlines, Scoot, Shandong Airlines, Shenzhen Airlines, Sichuan Airlines, SilkAir, Silver Airways, Singapore Airlines, Sky Airlines, Skywest, Inc., South African Airways, Southwest Airlines, SpiceJet, Spirit Airlines, Spring Airlines, SriLankan Airlines, Sun Country, Sun Express, Swiss Int'l Air Lines, TAAG Angola, TAM Airlines, TAP Air Portugal, TAROM, Thai Airways, Tianjin Airlines (A320 & E190), Tiger Airways, Trans States, Travel Service Airlines, TUI, Turkish Airlines, Ukraine International, United Airlines, Ural Airlines, Uzbekistan Air, Vietnam Airlines, VIM Airlines (Closed), Virgin Atlantic, Virgin Australia, VivaColombia, Volaris, Volotea, WestJet, Wizz Air, WOW Airlines, Xiamen.
When selecting an ideal carry-on backpack for your travels, there are many aspects to consider – size compatibility with various airlines, capacity, durability, and functionality being paramount. The Greenroom136 Rainmaker and the Jansport Far Out 65 offer stark contrasts in these domains. If you are a frequent traveler who wants to bypass checked bags, the Rainmaker is an ideal backpack that is compatible with 100% of airlines. Its slender yet tall build (40" tall, 28" wide, 21" deep) is innovatively designed to exploit the maximum carry-on size allowed by most airlines.
The Rainmaker also makes its mark for its incredible lightweight, tipping the scale at 1.7 pounds only. Constructed from 1000D Cordura, the built guarantees enduring usage, underlining the pack's emphasis on function over style – a sentiment affirmed by reviewers. Its scrupulous organization includes a specific compartment to fit a 15-inch laptop, articulating its tech-friendly posture. With a 22-liter capacity, the Rainmaker might seem constrained, yet it offers plenty of room for organizing your essentials efficiently for shorter trips.
In contrast, the Jansport Far Out 65 pledges a different kind of value. This beastly bag (19" tall, 33" wide, 68" deep) offers an impressive 65 liters of capacity, supporting the demands of longer travels or outdoor adventures. Constructed from 700 Denier Recycled Ripstop Poly, it is sturdy and eco-friendly. Although compatible with fewer airlines (18%), its rich feature set more than compensates – it offers surprising benefits like a removable aluminum bar that doubles up as a skewer/bottle opener, a dedicated sleeping bag compartment, and multiple attachment points for outdoor gear.
However, the Far Out 65 is marginally heavier than the Rainmaker at 1.9 pounds. Touted for its superior comfort even under heavy loads, it does boast a separate compartment for a 15-inch laptop, mirroring the tech-orientation of its competitor. In summation, the choice between the two boils down to specific requirements – if minimal, organized travel is your style, the Rainmaker excels. But for the adventurous, gear-loaded travels, the expansive Far Out 65 is a worthy companion.
Summary:
- The Greenroom136 Rainmaker: Compatible with 100% of airlines, Lightweight (1.7 pounds), Customizability options, Suitable for shorter travels, Tech-friendly, Built with 1000D Cordura.
- The Jansport Far Out 65: Compatible with 18% of airlines, Heavier (1.9 pounds), Functional accessories, Ideal for longer travels and outdoor adventures, Eco-friendly, Built from 700 Denier Recycled Ripstop Poly.