Greenroom136 Rainmaker vs. Amazon Basics Internal Frame Hiking Backpack with Rainfly
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 | Amazon Basics Internal Frame Hiking Backpack with Rainfly |
|---|---|---|
| Storage | ||
| 4 | Compression | Y |
| None | Expanded Capacity | None |
| 1 | Opening | 2 |
| side | Passport | N |
| N | Passthrough | N |
| Carry | ||
| Y | Backpack | Y |
| N | Hip Belt | Y |
| 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 | 2 |
| Y | Water Resistant | Y |
| Material | |
| 1000D Cordura | Polyester |
Amazon Basics Internal Frame Hiking Backpack with Rainfly
| Capacity | 55 L |
| Weight | 0 kg |
| Dimensions | 82×41×18 cm |
| Airline fit | 1% |
| Price | $76 |
Key differences between the Greenroom136 Rainmaker and Amazon Basics Internal Frame Hiking Backpack with Rainfly
- Compression straps: 4 on the Greenroom136 Rainmaker; Yes on the Amazon Basics Internal Frame Hiking Backpack with Rainfly.
- Opening: Clamshell on the Greenroom136 Rainmaker; Rolltop on the Amazon Basics Internal Frame Hiking Backpack with Rainfly.
- Passport pocket: Side on the Greenroom136 Rainmaker; No on the Amazon Basics Internal Frame Hiking Backpack with Rainfly.
- Hip belt: No on the Greenroom136 Rainmaker; Yes on the Amazon Basics Internal Frame Hiking Backpack with Rainfly.
- Laptop sleeve: 15in on the Greenroom136 Rainmaker; No on the Amazon Basics Internal Frame Hiking Backpack with Rainfly.
- Main compartments: 3 on the Greenroom136 Rainmaker; 1 on the Amazon Basics Internal Frame Hiking Backpack with Rainfly.
- Built-in organizer: Yes on the Greenroom136 Rainmaker; No on the Amazon Basics Internal Frame Hiking Backpack with Rainfly.
- Rain cover: No on the Greenroom136 Rainmaker; Yes on the Amazon Basics Internal Frame Hiking Backpack with Rainfly.
- Water bottle pockets: No on the Greenroom136 Rainmaker; 2 on the Amazon Basics Internal Frame Hiking Backpack with Rainfly.
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. 1 accept both. 186 accept only the Greenroom136 Rainmaker, and 0 accept only the Amazon Basics Internal Frame Hiking Backpack with Rainfly.
Only the Greenroom136 Rainmaker fits
Adria Airways, Aegean Airlines, Aer Lingus, Aeroflot, Aerolineas Argentinas, Aeromexico, Air Asia, Air Astana, Air Baltic, Air Canada, Air Caraibes, Air China, Air Europa, Air France, Air India, Air Koryo, Air Macau, Air Malta, Air Mauritius, Air New Zealand, Air Niugini, Air Nostrum, Air Serbia, Air Seychelles, Air Tahiti, Air Tahiti Nui, 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, Azul Linhas, Bahamasair, Bangkok Airways, Belavia, Biman Bangladesh, Blue Air, Boliviana de Aviacion, British Airways, Brussels Airlines, Bulgaria Air, Cambodia Angkor Air, Caribbean Airlines, Cathay Pacific, Cayman Airways, Cebu Pacific, China Airlines, China Eastern, China Southern, CommutAir, Conviasa, Copa Airlines, Croatia Air, Cubana de Aviacion, 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, Frontier Airlines, Garuda Indonesia, Gol Linhas Aereas, Great Lakes Airlines, Gulf Air, Hainan Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines, Hong Kong Airlines, Iberia, Icelandair, Indigo, InselAir, Interjet, Iran Air, Iran Aseman Air, Island Air, Japan Airlines, Jet Airways, Jet2, jetBlue Airways, Jetstar Airways, Jetstar Asia, Juneyao Airlines, Kenya Airways, KLM, Korean Air, 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, PenAir, Philippine Airlines, Porter Airlines, Qantas Airways, Qatar Airways, Ravn Alaska, Regional Express, Republic Airways, Royal Air Morocco, Royal Brunei Airlines, Royal Jordanian, Ryanair, S7, SAS Scandinavian, Saudi Arabian Airlines, Scoot, Shandong Airlines, Shenzhen Airlines, Sichuan Airlines, SilkAir, Silver Airways, Singapore Airlines, Sky Airlines, Skywest, Inc., South African Airways, Southwest Airlines, SpiceJet, Spirit Airlines, Spring Airlines, SriLankan Airlines, Sun Country, Sun Express, Swiss Int'l Air Lines, TAAG Angola, TAM Airlines, TAP Air Portugal, TAROM, Thai Airways, Tianjin Airlines (A320 & E190), Tiger Airways, Trans States, Travel Service Airlines, TUI, Turkish Airlines, Ukraine International, United Airlines, Ural Airlines, Uzbekistan Air, Vietnam Airlines, VIM Airlines (Closed), Virgin America, Virgin Atlantic, Virgin Australia, VivaColombia, Volaris, Volotea, WestJet, Wizz Air, WOW Airlines, Xiamen.
The Greenroom136 Rainmaker and the Amazon Basics Internal Frame Hiking Backpack with Rainfly are both viable options for those who like to keep things handy and organized. Yet they cater to distinctly different needs and tastes. On one hand, the Rainmaker is a pack that screams function and versatility, all coming together in a solid form that balances the user's needs beautifully. Made from 1000D Cordura, the Rainmaker is sturdy and water-resistant, offering a laptop compartment that can comfortably fit a 15-inch laptop. At 1.7 pounds, it's light for its 22 liters of capacity and is compatible with 100% of airlines - a true companion for those on-the-move who value accessibility, durability, and practical aesthetics above all.
On the other hand, the Amazon Basics Internal Frame Backpack is an affordable option which still comfortably covers the basics, and then some. Its polyester makeup lends a certain lightness to the backpack, it weighs practically nothing, yet manages to have a colossal capacity of 55 liters. A hit with 88% of airlines, it scores points on true affordability and function. While it may not be able to accommodate a laptop, it does come with a rainfly for that extra layer of protection in heavy downpours - great for outdoor enthusiasts.
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Greenroom136 Rainmaker:
- Dimensions: 40x28x21 inches
- Weight: 1.7 pounds
- Capacity: 22 liters
- Material: 1000D Cordura
- Laptop compartment: can fit a 15 inch laptop
- Airline Compatibility: 100%
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Amazon Basics Internal Frame Hiking Backpack:
- Dimensions: 82x18x41 inches
- Weight: 0 pounds
- Capacity: 55 liters
- Material: Polyester
- Laptop compartment: cannot fit a laptop
- Airline Compatibility: 88%
Reviewers have lauded the Rainmaker as a 'complete package at an amazing price' for anyone needing a handmade Every Day Carry (EDC) pack that can securely house a laptop and/or iPad. This value for money and practicality extends to the Amazon Basics option as well, with its comfortable design and commendable organization. The Rainmaker balances the equation with its customizability, allowing users to call the shots when it comes to their bag.
In conclusion, your choice between the Amazon Basics Internal Frame Backpack and the Greenroom136 Rainmaker truly depends on your specific needs. Both offer organization, durability, and value-for-money, but differ on dimensions, weight, material, laptop capacity and airline compatibility.