Greenroom136 Rainmaker vs. Exped Glissade 25 Women
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 | Exped Glissade 25 Women |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | N |
| N | Water Bottle Holder | N |
| Y | Water Resistant | Y |
| Material | |
| 1000D Cordura | 630 D Oxford nylon, PU coated, 1'500 mm water column Oeko-Tex 100 certified |
Exped Glissade 25 Women
| Capacity | 25 L |
| Weight | 1.23 kg |
| Dimensions | 56×26×21 cm |
| Airline fit | 47% |
| Price | $139 |
Key differences between the Greenroom136 Rainmaker and Exped Glissade 25 Women
- Compression straps: 4 on the Greenroom136 Rainmaker; Yes on the Exped Glissade 25 Women.
- Opening: Clamshell on the Greenroom136 Rainmaker; Top zip on the Exped Glissade 25 Women.
- Passport pocket: Side on the Greenroom136 Rainmaker; No on the Exped Glissade 25 Women.
- Hip belt: No on the Greenroom136 Rainmaker; Removable on the Exped Glissade 25 Women.
- Laptop sleeve: 15in on the Greenroom136 Rainmaker; No on the Exped Glissade 25 Women.
- Main compartments: 3 on the Greenroom136 Rainmaker; 1 on the Exped Glissade 25 Women.
- Built-in organizer: Yes on the Greenroom136 Rainmaker; No on the Exped Glissade 25 Women.
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. 89 accept both. 98 accept only the Greenroom136 Rainmaker, and 0 accept only the Exped Glissade 25 Women.
Only the Greenroom136 Rainmaker fits
Aer Lingus, Aeroflot, Aerolineas Argentinas, Aeromexico, Air Baltic, Air Canada, Air Caraibes, Air China, Air France, Air India, Air Malta, Air Mauritius, Air Niugini, Air Serbia, Air Seychelles, Air Tahiti, All Nipon Airways, American Eagle, ANA, Asiana Airlines, ATA Airlines, Austrian, Azerbaijan Airlines, Belavia, Blue Air, Boliviana de Aviacion, Brussels Airlines, Bulgaria Air, China Eastern, Czech Airlines, easyJet, Emirates Airlines, Enter Air, Ethiopian Airlines, Etihad Airways, Eurowings, Fiji Airways, Flair Air, flybe, Gol Linhas Aereas, Gulf Air, Iberia, Icelandair, Indigo, InselAir, Interjet, Iran Air, Japan Airlines, Jet Airways, Juneyao Airlines, Kenya Airways, KLM, LATAM , LC Perú, Liat Airlines, Lion Air Group, LOT Polish, Lufthansa, Luxair, Mahan Air, Meridiana Fly, Mesa Airlines, Nordwind Airlines, Norwegian, Oman Air, Pakistan International, Peach, Porter Airlines, Qatar Airways, Ravn Alaska, Regional Express, Royal Brunei Airlines, Royal Jordanian, Ryanair, S7, SAS Scandinavian, Scoot, Shandong Airlines, Shenzhen Airlines, Sky Airlines, Spring Airlines, Sun Express, Swiss Int'l Air Lines, TAP Air Portugal, TAROM, Tianjin Airlines (A320 & E190), Tiger Airways, TUI, Turkish Airlines, Ukraine International, VIM Airlines (Closed), Virgin Australia, VivaColombia, Volaris, Volotea, WestJet, Wizz Air, Xiamen.
Greenroom136 Rainmaker and Exped Glissade 25 Women are two of the most versatile carry on backpacks on the market. Though similar in many ways, these two backpacks offer unique features that set them apart from each other. Both models have won critical acclaims, largely, from excited reviewers who appreciate the functionality they bring to the table.
The Greenroom136 Rainmaker is the larger bag between the two, despite its less capacity. This bag stands tall at 40 inches, providing ample space for carrying items such as clothes, documents, and even a laptop. The Dreamaker features a laptop compartment that can conveniently fit a 15-inch laptop. The robust 1000D Cordura material that constructs the bag enhances its durability, while its compatibility with all airlines is a considerable advantage for frequent flyers. The Rainmaker is lightweight, at just 1.7 pounds and offers 22 liters of capacity.
Comparison:
- Dimensions: Greenroom136 Rainmaker: 40x28x21 inches, Exped Glissade 25 Women: 21x26x56 inches
- Weight: Greenroom136 Rainmaker: 1.7 pounds, Exped Glissade 25 Women: 1.23 pounds
- Compatibility with airlines: Greenroom136 Rainmaker: 100%, Exped Glissade 25 Women: 47%
- Capacity: Greenroom136 Rainmaker: 22 liters, Exped Glissade 25 Women: 25 liters
- Laptop Compartment: Greenroom136 Rainmaker: Fits a 15-inch laptop, Exped Glissade 25 Women: Does not have a laptop compartment
The Exped Glissade 25 Women, despite its smaller stature, is still a powerhouse when it comes to carrying abilities. With a 25-liter capacity, the bag can efficiently accommodate many small items, and it's comprised of a high-quality 630 D Oxford nylon material that's both water-resistant and Oeko-Tex certified. This model offers advanced comfortability features like load-bearing and control properties along with a convenient and removable hip belt.
In summary, both the Greenroom136 Rainmaker and the Exped Glissade 25 Women offer commendable features that can cater to travelers of different needs. If maximum capacity is what you're after, the Rainmaker provides a broader and taller space. On the other hand, the Glissade, with its quality material and women-oriented design, might be the preferable choice for female travelers.