Greenroom136 Rainmaker vs. Fjallraven Singi 28
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 | Fjallraven Singi 28 |
|---|---|---|
| Storage | ||
| 4 | Compression | Y |
| None | Expanded Capacity | None |
| 1 | Opening | 4 |
| side | Passport | N |
| N | Passthrough | N |
| Carry | ||
| Y | Backpack | Y |
| N | Hip Belt | removable |
| Y | Sternum Strap | Y |
| Inside | ||
| 15in | Laptop | N |
| 3 | Main Compartments | 1 |
| Y | Organizer | N |
| Outside | ||
| × | Hard Shell | × |
| N | Rain-fly | Y |
| N | Water Bottle Holder | N |
| Y | Water Resistant | Y |
| Material | |
| 1000D Cordura | G-1000® HeavyDuty Eco S: 65% polyester, 35% cotton 100% polyamide 500D |
Fjallraven Singi 28
| Capacity | 28 L |
| Weight | 1.4 kg |
| Dimensions | 57×27×20 cm |
| Airline fit | 17% |
| Price | $250 |
Key differences between the Greenroom136 Rainmaker and Fjallraven Singi 28
- Compression straps: 4 on the Greenroom136 Rainmaker; Yes on the Fjallraven Singi 28.
- Opening: Clamshell on the Greenroom136 Rainmaker; Top zip on the Fjallraven Singi 28.
- Passport pocket: Side on the Greenroom136 Rainmaker; No on the Fjallraven Singi 28.
- Hip belt: No on the Greenroom136 Rainmaker; Removable on the Fjallraven Singi 28.
- Laptop sleeve: 15in on the Greenroom136 Rainmaker; No on the Fjallraven Singi 28.
- Main compartments: 3 on the Greenroom136 Rainmaker; 1 on the Fjallraven Singi 28.
- Built-in organizer: Yes on the Greenroom136 Rainmaker; No on the Fjallraven Singi 28.
- Rain cover: No on the Greenroom136 Rainmaker; Yes on the Fjallraven Singi 28.
Both have: backpack straps, sternum strap, water resistant.
Which airlines take each bag as a carry-on
We checked both bags against the carry-on size limits of 189 airlines. 32 accept both. 155 accept only the Greenroom136 Rainmaker, and 0 accept only the Fjallraven Singi 28.
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, Cebu Pacific, China Airlines, China Eastern, CommutAir, 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, 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, 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, Spirit Airlines, Spring Airlines, SriLankan Airlines, 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.
Let's begin our comparison with the physical dimensions and weight of the two backpacks. The Greenroom136 Rainmaker stands tall at 40 inches, with a width of 28 inches and depth of 21 inches, the overall size making it a truly spacious carrier. In contrast, the Fjallraven Singi 28, measuring 20 inches tall, 27 inches wide, and 57 inches deep, offers considerable depth despite its shorter height. As for the weight, the Rainmaker is slightly heavier at 1.7 pounds than the Singi, which weighs 1.4 pounds - potentially an important factor if you’ll be carrying your backpack for extended periods of time.
- Dimensions: Rainmaker sports a more towering build whereas Singi goes for depth
- Weight: Singi is a tad lighter at 1.4 vs 1.7 pounds of Rainmaker
- Capacity: Rainmaker has less volume (22 liters) than Singi (28 liters)
- Compatibility: Rainmaker is airline-friendly (100% compatible), Singi less so (30% compatible)
- Material: Rainmaker is made of 1000D Cordura; Singi uses a blend of G-1000® HeavyDuty Eco S, 65% polyester, 35% cotton, and 100% polyamide 500D
- Laptop Space: Rainmaker accommodates a 15-inch laptop; no laptop compartment in Singi
Even critical reviewers regularly recognize the incredible versatility and value offered by Greenroom136 Rainmaker. It not only delivers on function but also triumphs on customization, allowing you to adapt the pack to your personal requirements. As for Fjallraven's Singi 28, its main attraction lies in the sturdy, eco-friendly material, waterproof base and functional, padded hip straps that enhance user comfort.
The final selling points make a compelling case for both. The Rainmaker's sturdy and water-resistant build, combined with its superior organization capability, ensures value for money. The Singi 28, on the other hand, elevates functionality with a host of outdoor gear-friendly attachment loops, and its customizable Singi accessories provide a personalized touch. However, the key decision-making determinant between the two could be the Rainmaker's compatibility with airline requirements, making it a significantly more travel-friendly option.