Greenroom136 Rainmaker vs. Hill People Gear Umlindi
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 | Hill People Gear Umlindi |
|---|---|---|
| Storage | ||
| S | Compression | S |
| None | Expanded Capacity | None |
| 4 | Opening | 4 |
| side | Passport | N |
| N | Passthrough | N |
| Carry | ||
| S | Backpack | S |
| N | Hip Belt | R |
| S | Sternum Strap | S |
| Inside | ||
| 15 | Laptop | 0 |
| 3 | Main Compartments | 2 |
| Y | Organizer | N |
| Outside | ||
| × | Hard Shell | × |
| N | Rain-fly | N |
| 0 | Water Bottle Holder | 2 |
| Y | Water Resistant | Y |
| Material | |
| 1000D Cordura | 500d Cordura |
Hill People Gear Umlindi
| Capacity | 23 L |
| Weight | 1.3 kg |
| Dimensions | 49×28×17 cm |
| Airline fit | 99% |
| Price | $220 |
The Greenroom136 Rainmaker and the Hill People Gear Umlindi are both designed with the discerning traveler in mind. Both backpacks offer a wide array of features that make them standout choices for any adventurer or urban explorer. However, each backpack has unique advantages and characteristics that cater to different types of users.
The Greenroom136 Rainmaker leans more towards urban explorers. It's sturdy, water-resistant, and as one reviewer put it, a backpack that "values function above all else". Crafted with 1000D Cordura, the Rainmaker offers a myriad of customization options, allowing you to reconfigure it to suit your specific needs. For the techno savvy, a laptop compartment able to accommodate a 15 inch laptop adds to the Rainmaker's appeal. The Rainmaker is also compatible with 100% of airlines, a handy attribute for the frequent flyer.
The Hill People Gear Umlindi, on the other hand, caters more towards the outdoor adventurer. Although slightly taller and lighter than the Rainmaker, the Umlindi boasts of a unique harness system that evenly distributes load across the shoulders. Professional reviewers admire the Umlindi for its excellent compression strap system and its durable 500d Cordura construction, endorsing it as a pack "that would surely last a lifetime".
- The Greenroom136 Rainmaker is 40 inches tall, while the Hill People Gear Umlindi is 49 inches tall.
- Both backpacks are 28 inches wide.
- Depth-wise, the Greenroom136 Rainmaker is at 21 inches while the Hill People Gear Umlindi is at 17 inches.
- The Rainmaker weighs 1.7 pounds, comparatively more than the Umlindi at 1.3 pounds.
- Volume capacity is at a near draw with the Rainmaker at 22 liters and Umlindi at 23 liters.
- The Rainmaker fits a 15 inch laptop, versus the Umlindi which doesn't accommodate a laptop.
- The Rainmaker is made of more durable 1000D Cordura, while the Umlindi utilizes 500d Cordura.
Both backpacks have their merits. The Rainmaker is favored by urban travelers for its versatility and organization features, with the added advantage of airline compatibility. The Umlindi shines with outdoor enthusiasts for its compression system, unique harness, and longevity. Weigh your needs and preferences, and choose the backpack that suits your lifestyle best. Because, after all, there's a perfect carry on backpack out there for everyone.