Greenroom136 Rainmaker vs. Ortlieb Commuter Daypack High Visibility
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 | Ortlieb Commuter Daypack High Visibility |
|---|---|---|
| Storage | ||
| S | Compression | N |
| None | Expanded Capacity | None |
| 4 | Opening | 2 |
| side | Passport | N |
| N | Passthrough | N |
| Carry | ||
| S | Backpack | S |
| N | Hip Belt | R |
| S | Sternum Strap | R |
| Inside | ||
| 15 | Laptop | 15 |
| 3 | Main Compartments | 1 |
| Y | Organizer | Y |
| Outside | ||
| × | Hard Shell | × |
| N | Rain-fly | N |
| 0 | Water Bottle Holder | 0 |
| Y | Water Resistant | Y |
| Material | |
| 1000D Cordura | PS50CX |
Ortlieb Commuter Daypack High Visibility
| Capacity | 21 L |
| Weight | 0.86 kg |
| Dimensions | 50×30×15.5 cm |
| Airline fit | 82% |
| Price | $250 |
The Greenroom136 Rainmaker, standing at an imposing 40 inches, is crafted with the strength and durability of 1000D Cordura, perfect for enduring the rigours of travel and time. The Rainmaker's 1.7-pound weight neatly cradles your 22-liter haul, with a laptop compartment that can comfortably accommodate a 15-inch laptop. Saying it simply, it is a robust pack that prioritizes function while offering a wealth of customization options. It's a well-constructed bag designed to organize your things neatly, versatile in its functions, and built sturdy enough to resist unforgiving weather situations. Compared to other options in the market, it's been acclaimed as one of the best value bags by countless reviewers due to its impressive quality and functionality.
In a contrast of design, the Ortlieb Commuter Daypack High Visibility stands shorter at 15.5 inches, but wears its extra width and depth with grace, measuring a total of 30 inches wide and 50 inches deep. Constructed from extremely durable PS50CX, it's a bag that offers security and practicality. The Ortlieb Commuter weighs a light 0.86 pounds and has a 21-liter capacity, but similar to the Rainmaker, can hold a 15-inch laptop. Its aesthetic is minimalistic yet highly visible in the dark, ensuring your safety during a night biking run.
- Size: The Rainmaker stands taller and slimmer compared to the wider and deeper Daypack.
- Weight: The Commuter Daypack is significantly lighter than the Rainmaker.
- Capacity: The Rainmaker offers a slightly higher capacity.
- Material: The Rainmaker uses1000D Cordura while the Daypack utilizes PS50CX.
- Design: The Rainmaker offers greater customization options and durability, while the Daypack is more compact, offers great visibility, and is fully waterproof.
In terms of why you should consider buying the Greenroom136 Rainmaker, reviewers agree it's a bag with plenty of customizable options, constructed from sturdy, water-resistant material, and effectively organised for efficient storage. As for the Ortlieb Commuter Daypack High Visibility, this bag is much appreciated for its removable laptop sleeve with its own organization, very minimal aesthetics that stand out at night, its waterproof characteristic which guarantees the safety of your belongings during sudden heavy downpours, and its ergonomically designed straps which are easy and comfortable to carry. Like the Rainmaker, it too is a “complete package”, albeit one that leans towards comfort, visibility, and water resistance.