Greenroom136 Rainmaker vs. Fjallraven Singi Stubben
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 Stubben |
|---|---|---|
| Storage | ||
| 4 | Compression | N |
| None | Expanded Capacity | None |
| 1 | Opening | 3 |
| side | Passport | N |
| N | Passthrough | N |
| Carry | ||
| Y | Backpack | Y |
| N | Hip Belt | N |
| 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 | G-1000 HeavyDuty Eco S with reinforced, waterproof base in nylon |
Fjallraven Singi Stubben
| Capacity | 27 L |
| Weight | 2.1 kg |
| Dimensions | 52×27×24 cm |
| Airline fit | 40% |
| Price | $240 |
Key differences between the Greenroom136 Rainmaker and Fjallraven Singi Stubben
- Compression straps: 4 on the Greenroom136 Rainmaker; No on the Fjallraven Singi Stubben.
- Opening: Clamshell on the Greenroom136 Rainmaker; Top flap on the Fjallraven Singi Stubben.
- Passport pocket: Side on the Greenroom136 Rainmaker; No on the Fjallraven Singi Stubben.
- Laptop sleeve: 15in on the Greenroom136 Rainmaker; No on the Fjallraven Singi Stubben.
- Main compartments: 3 on the Greenroom136 Rainmaker; 1 on the Fjallraven Singi Stubben.
- Built-in organizer: Yes on the Greenroom136 Rainmaker; No on the Fjallraven Singi Stubben.
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. 75 accept both. 112 accept only the Greenroom136 Rainmaker, and 0 accept only the Fjallraven Singi Stubben.
Only the Greenroom136 Rainmaker fits
Air Asia, Air Baltic, Air Canada, Air China, Air Macau, Air Malta, Air Niugini, Air Serbia, Air Seychelles, Air Tahiti, Air Wisconsin, AirAsiaX, Alaska Airlines, Allegiant Air, American Airlines, American Eagle, Asiana Airlines, ATA Airlines, Austrian, Avianca , Azerbaijan Airlines, Bahamasair, Bangkok Airways, Belavia, Biman Bangladesh, Blue Air, Brussels Airlines, Bulgaria Air, Cambodia Angkor Air, Cathay Pacific, Cayman Airways, Cebu Pacific, China Airlines, China Eastern, CommutAir, Delta Airlines, Dragonair, easyJet, Emirates Airlines, Enter Air, Ethiopian Airlines, Etihad Airways, Eurowings, EVA Air, Fiji Airways, Flair Air, flybe, Garuda Indonesia, Gulf Air, Hawaiian Airlines, Hong Kong Airlines, Icelandair, InselAir, jetBlue Airways, Jetstar Airways, Jetstar Asia, Juneyao Airlines, Kulula, LC Perú, Liat Airlines, Lion Air Group, LOT Polish, Lufthansa, Luxair, Mahan Air, Malaysia Airlines, Mango, Meridiana Fly, Mesa Airlines, Nordwind Airlines, Norwegian, Oman Air, Pakistan International, 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, Skywest, Inc., South African Airways, Spring Airlines, SriLankan Airlines, Sun Express, Swiss Int'l Air Lines, TAP Air Portugal, TAROM, Tianjin Airlines (A320 & E190), Tiger Airways, Trans States, TUI, Turkish Airlines, Ukraine International, United Airlines, Vietnam Airlines, VIM Airlines (Closed), Virgin Atlantic, Virgin Australia, VivaColombia, Volaris, Volotea, WestJet, Wizz Air, Xiamen.
The Greenroom136 Rainmaker is an innovative backpack that pushes its own boundaries. Standing at a towering 40 inches tall, this bag is more than capable of storing all your critical gear for an overnighter or a packed day. Crafted from 1000D Cordura, its hardy exterior is designed to endure the ravages of daily life. Despite its size, the bag weighs a meager 1.7 pounds, and yet manages to offer a 22-liter storage capacity. If you’re constantly on the go, you'll appreciate the universal compatibility — approved by 100% of airlines and known for excellent space allocation.
On the other hand, the Fjallraven Singi Stubben comes challengingly close. This modest 24-inch backpack is definitely smaller, but compensates by providing a much wider base — standing at 52 inches deep. Sporting a sturdy architecture, its exterior is made from G-1000 HeavyDuty Eco S with a reinforced, waterproof nylon base. It weighs slightly more at 2.1 pounds but offers an impressive 27-liter storage. Remarkably, this bag can double as a stool, making it desirable for long travels and camping trips. The only hitch? It's compatible with just 47% of airlines.
Comparison points:
- Greenroom136 Rainmaker is taller, while Fjallraven Singi Stubben is wider and deeper.
- The Rainmaker is lighter than the Singi Stubben.
- The Singi Stubben has a larger capacity.
- The Rainmaker is compatible with more airlines than the Singi Stubben.
- The Rainmaker is made of 1000D Cordura, while the Singi Stubben is made of G-1000 HeavyDuty Eco S with a waterproof nylon base.
A multitude of reviewers have praised the Rainmaker for its unparalleled functionality and value for money. One especially commended the bag for its bespoke customizability. As for the Singi Stubben, one reviewer alluded to its excellent balance and sturdiness, even calling it their choice bag post-gym sessions. After years of eyeballing it, another reviewer mentioned having a great experience with it during a day hike, and suggested it for overnighters too.
To round things off, both the Greenroom136 Rainmaker and the Fjallraven Singi Stubben make compelling cases for themselves. The former for its unrivaled versatility, customizability, and organizational features tightly wrapped in a sturdy exterior. The latter for its many functional benefits. Notably, it doubles as a stool, is durable, has ample organization, a lot of attachment points for external gear, and offers a large zippered opening to the main compartment. It's evident that both carry their own weight in different ways, and your choice will ultimately rely on your specific needs and lifestyle.