Osprey Porter 46 vs. Greenroom136 Rainmaker
Two carry-on travel backpacks, compared spec for spec.
Feature by feature
| Osprey Porter 46 | Feature | Greenroom136 Rainmaker |
|---|---|---|
| Storage | ||
| 2 | Compression | 4 |
| None | Expanded Capacity | None |
| 1 | Opening | 1 |
| top | Passport | side |
| Y | Passthrough | N |
| Carry | ||
| hideable | Backpack | Y |
| hideable | Hip Belt | N |
| Y | Sternum Strap | Y |
| Inside | ||
| 16in | Laptop | 15in |
| 4 | Main Compartments | 3 |
| Y | Organizer | Y |
| Outside | ||
| × | Hard Shell | × |
| N | Rain-fly | N |
| N | Water Bottle Holder | N |
| Y | Water Resistant | Y |
| Material | |
| bluesign®-approved Recycled 500D Nylon Packcloth PFC Free DWR | 1000D Cordura |
Greenroom136 Rainmaker
| Capacity | 22 L |
| Weight | 1.7 kg |
| Dimensions | 40×28×20 cm |
| Airline fit | 99% |
| Price | $150 |
Key differences between the Osprey Porter 46 and Greenroom136 Rainmaker
- Compression straps: 2 on the Osprey Porter 46; 4 on the Greenroom136 Rainmaker.
- Passport pocket: Top on the Osprey Porter 46; Side on the Greenroom136 Rainmaker.
- Luggage passthrough: Yes on the Osprey Porter 46; No on the Greenroom136 Rainmaker.
- Backpack straps: Hideable on the Osprey Porter 46; Yes on the Greenroom136 Rainmaker.
- Hip belt: Hideable on the Osprey Porter 46; No on the Greenroom136 Rainmaker.
- Laptop sleeve: 16in on the Osprey Porter 46; 15in on the Greenroom136 Rainmaker.
- Main compartments: 4 on the Osprey Porter 46; 3 on the Greenroom136 Rainmaker.
Both have: sternum strap, 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. 116 accept both. 0 accept only the Osprey Porter 46, and 71 accept only the Greenroom136 Rainmaker.
Only the Greenroom136 Rainmaker fits
Aerolineas Argentinas, Air Baltic, Air China, Air France, Air India, Air Malta, Air Mauritius, Air Niugini, Air Serbia, Air Seychelles, Air Tahiti, American Eagle, Asiana Airlines, ATA Airlines, Belavia, Blue Air, Boliviana de Aviacion, Bulgaria Air, Cayman Airways, China Eastern, Croatia Air, easyJet, Emirates Airlines, Enter Air, Etihad Airways, flybe, Great Lakes Airlines, Gulf Air, Icelandair, Indigo, InselAir, Jet Airways, Juneyao Airlines, Kenya Airways, KLM, LATAM , LC Perú, Liat Airlines, Lion Air Group, Luxair, Meridiana Fly, Nordwind Airlines, Oman Air, Pakistan International, Qatar Airways, Ravn Alaska, Regional Express, Royal Brunei Airlines, Royal Jordanian, Ryanair, S7, Scoot, Shandong Airlines, Shenzhen Airlines, Sky Airlines, Spring Airlines, Sun Express, TAP Air Portugal, TAROM, Tianjin Airlines (A320 & E190), Tiger Airways, TUI, Ukraine International, VIM Airlines (Closed), Virgin Australia, VivaColombia, Volaris, Volotea, WestJet, Wizz Air, Xiamen.
The Osprey Porter 46 and the Greenroom136 Rainmaker are two capable carry-on backpacks with distinctly different qualities. The Porter 46, true to its name, offers a generous 46 liters of storage space. Made from durable Nylon, this pack is designed for the long haul. Its size, however, does limit its airline compatibility, with acceptance on only 47% of airlines. Despite its size, it still manages to stay light, weighing just 1.5 pounds. A unique attribute of the Porter 46 is its laptop compartment, which can comfortably fit a 1 inch laptop. Reviewers note its impressive capacity, durability, and great value for its price.
In comparison, the Greenroom136 Rainmaker is almost half the size with a 22 liter capacity, but is universally airline compatible. Despite being slightly heavier at 1.7 pounds, it boasts a rugged 1000D Cordura exterior. Its laptop compartment is significantly larger, capable of housing a 15 inch laptop. The Rainmaker, as per reviewers, is regarded as the complete package due to its versatility, sturdiness, and superior organizational features.
- Size: Osprey 46 is larger, thus offering more storage capacity, while Greenroom136 is more compact and universally airline compatible.
- Weight: While the Osprey 46 is lighter, the Greenroom136 is slightly heavier but not significantly so.
- Material: The Osprey 46 is made of Nylon, while the Greenroom136 is made of 1000D Cordura, a sturdier and more resistant material.
- Laptop Compartment: The Osprey 46 can fit a 1 inch laptop, while the Greenroom136 can house a 15 inch laptop.
- Review Snippets: Reviewers have praised the Osprey 46 for its durability, capacity, and value for money, whereas the Greenroom136 has been commended for its versatility, sturdiness, and superior organizational components.
In conclusion, while both backpacks are remarkable in their own right, one's choice would largely depend on their personal preferences and needs. For a large, durable, and lightweight backpack, the Osprey Porter 46 is an impressive option. However, for someone who values versatility, robustness, and organization in a compact design, the Greenroom136 Rainmaker is an exceptional choice. Both are undeniably made with the urban traveler in mind, designed to effectively adapt to both day-to-day activities and life on the go.