Greenroom136 Rainmaker vs. Patagonia Altvia Pack 36L

Two carry-on travel backpacks, compared spec for spec.

Greenroom136 Rainmaker

by Greenroom
Front facing view of the Greenroom136 Rainmaker
Capacity22 L
Weight1.7 kg
Dimensions40×28×20 cm
Airline fit99%
Price$150

Feature by feature

Storage
4 Compression Y
None Expanded Capacity None
1 Opening 0
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
Outside
× Hard Shell ×
N Rain-fly Y
N Water Bottle Holder 2
Y Water Resistant Y
Material
1000D Cordura140-denier 100% recycled nylon ripstop, 210-denier 100% recycled nylon ripstop

Patagonia Altvia Pack 36L

by Patagonia
Front facing view of the Patagonia Altvia Pack 36L
Capacity36 L
Weight0.992 kg
Dimensions60×31×27 cm
Airline fit3%
Price$179

Key differences between the Greenroom136 Rainmaker and Patagonia Altvia Pack 36L

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. 6 accept both. 181 accept only the Greenroom136 Rainmaker, and 0 accept only the Patagonia Altvia Pack 36L.

Only the Greenroom136 Rainmaker fits

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 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, 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 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 Atlantic, Virgin Australia, VivaColombia, Volaris, Volotea, WestJet, Wizz Air, WOW Airlines, Xiamen.

If you're in the market for a hardy and efficient carry-on backpack, there are two strong contenders to consider: the Greenroom136 Rainmaker and the Patagonia Altvia Pack 36L. Let's break down these two backpacks across several key metrics to help you make an informed decision.

First up, we've got the hefty Greenroom136 Rainmaker, a robust bag with a heavy-duty shell made from 1000D Cordura. The Rainmaker stands tall at 40 inches, with a decent width and depth of 28 and 21 inches respectively. Furthermore, this monster of a backpack can hold up with a load of up to 22 liters. It also features a laptop compartment that can fit a 15-inch device, making it perfect for people who are always on the move.

Greenroom136 Rainmaker:

Next up, we have the Patagonia Altvia Pack 36L. This pack is made of a sturdy mix of 140-denier and 210-denier recycled nylon ripstop. It stands shorter at just 27 inches but presents a larger width of 31 inches and a massive depth of 60 inches. It can heft a load of up to 36 liters, all while weighing in at a mere 0.992 pounds. However, unlike the Rainmaker, it doesn't have a laptop compartment, which might be a deal-breaker for some.

Patagonia Altvia Pack 36L:

Closing out our comparison, it's worth mentioning that both backpacks have their unique strengths. Reviewers have praised the Greenroom136 Rainmaker for its customizability, sturdy build, and water-resistant exterior. As for the Patagonia Altvia Pack, its lightweight nature, excellent harness system, and eco-friendliness won it accolades. In the end, your choice will be primarily influenced by your specific needs and preferences, whether it's ultimate organization or a lightweight pack for outdoor adventures.