Greenroom136 Rainmaker vs. ILE Default
Two carry-on travel backpacks, compared spec for spec.
Greenroom136 Rainmaker
| Capacity | 22 L |
| Weight | 1.7 kg |
| Dimensions | 40×28×21 cm |
| Airline fit | 100% |
| Price | $120 |
Feature by feature
| Greenroom136 Rainmaker | Feature | ILE Default |
|---|---|---|
| Storage | ||
| S | Compression | S |
| None | Expanded Capacity | None |
| 4 | Opening | 2 |
| side | Passport | N |
| N | Passthrough | N |
| Carry | ||
| S | Backpack | S |
| N | Hip Belt | R |
| S | Sternum Strap | R |
| Inside | ||
| 15 | Laptop | 15 |
| 3 | Main Compartments | 1 |
| Y | Organizer | N |
| Outside | ||
| × | Hard Shell | × |
| N | Rain-fly | N |
| 0 | Water Bottle Holder | 2 |
| Y | Water Resistant | Y |
| Material | |
| 1000D Cordura | Durable 1000D Cordura, waxed canvas, or XPAC sailcloth exterior |
ILE Default
| Capacity | 25 L |
| Weight | 99 kg |
| Dimensions | 50.8×30.5×15.2 cm |
| Airline fit | 80% |
| Price | $240 |
Looking at two backpacks worthy of your attention—Greenroom136’s Rainmaker and Inside Line Equipment's (ILE) Default. Both are designed as carry-on gear, featuring enough storage and compactness to suit any traveler's needs. However, their similarities end there.
The Rainmaker, standing at 40 inches tall and 28 inches wide, has a depth of 21 inches, providing 22 liters worth of capacity. It's a lightweight companion, weighing a mere 1.7 pounds. Reviewers have lauded it for its value, solidify function and customizability options. In terms of compatibility with airlines, it provides an impressive 100% ratio. Externally, it features a sturdy 1000D Cordura and internally, it fits a 15-inch laptop.
On the other hand, ILE's Default is a bit taller and slimmer at 50.8 inches tall and 15.2 inches wide, with an impressive 25 liters of carrying capacity despite its slim profile. It is certainly comfortable to use even when fully loaded, and its main compartment is absolutely waterproof—perfect for those trips to wet or unpredictable climates. Crafted with Durable 1000D Cordura, waxed canvas, or XPAC sailcloth exterior, the firmness and longevity of this bag are unquestionable.
- Greenroom136 Rainmaker is shorter, wider, but lighter.
- Greenroom136 Rainmaker provides 22 liters of capacity, while ILE Default offers 25 liters.
- Greenroom136 Rainmaker is compatible with all airlines, while ILE Default is compatible with 80% of airlines.
- Both are crafted from 1000D Cordura, but ILE Default offers other exterior materials.
- Both can accommodate 15-inch laptops.
Finally, ILE's Default weighs about empty which, along with its sleek design, makes it a versatile option suitable for various environments and activities. In contrast, the Rainmaker by Greenroom136 is renowned for its high resistance to water and features an extensive organization that keeps your things in place, making it the perfect constant companion for your travels. Its high versatility, combined with its sturdiness, allows users to customize their pack to their liking, a quality absent in most designs on the market.