Greenroom136 Rainmaker vs. Osprey Transporter® Zip Top Pack
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 | Osprey Transporter® Zip Top Pack |
|---|---|---|
| Storage | ||
| 4 | Compression | N |
| None | Expanded Capacity | None |
| 1 | Opening | 4 |
| side | Passport | N |
| N | Passthrough | N |
| Carry | ||
| Y | Backpack | Y |
| N | Hip Belt | removable |
| Y | Sternum Strap | Y |
| Inside | ||
| 15in | Laptop | 15in |
| 3 | Main Compartments | 1 |
| Y | Organizer | Y |
| Outside | ||
| × | Hard Shell | × |
| N | Rain-fly | N |
| N | Water Bottle Holder | 2 |
| Y | Water Resistant | Y |
| Material | |
| 1000D Cordura | 400D Nylon TPU Double Coated |
Osprey Transporter® Zip Top Pack
| Capacity | 30 L |
| Weight | 1 kg |
| Dimensions | 52×36×29 cm |
| Airline fit | 2% |
| Price | $130 |
Key differences between the Greenroom136 Rainmaker and Osprey Transporter® Zip Top Pack
- Compression straps: 4 on the Greenroom136 Rainmaker; No on the Osprey Transporter® Zip Top Pack.
- Opening: Clamshell on the Greenroom136 Rainmaker; Top zip on the Osprey Transporter® Zip Top Pack.
- Passport pocket: Side on the Greenroom136 Rainmaker; No on the Osprey Transporter® Zip Top Pack.
- Hip belt: No on the Greenroom136 Rainmaker; Removable on the Osprey Transporter® Zip Top Pack.
- Main compartments: 3 on the Greenroom136 Rainmaker; 1 on the Osprey Transporter® Zip Top Pack.
- Water bottle pockets: No on the Greenroom136 Rainmaker; 2 on the Osprey Transporter® Zip Top Pack.
Both have: backpack straps, sternum strap, laptop sleeve, built-in organizer, water resistant.
Which airlines take each bag as a carry-on
We checked both bags against the carry-on size limits of 189 airlines. 4 accept both. 183 accept only the Greenroom136 Rainmaker, and 0 accept only the Osprey Transporter® Zip Top Pack.
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, 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 Atlantic, Virgin Australia, VivaColombia, Volaris, Volotea, WestJet, Wizz Air, WOW Airlines, Xiamen.
If you're planning on living out of a backpack, important considerations include durability, size, weight, and organization. Here's a comparison of two strong contenders in this category: the Greenroom136 Rainmaker and the Osprey Transporter® Zip Top Pack.
Initiating with the Greenroom136 Rainmaker, it stands 40 inches tall, 28 inches wide, and 21 inches deep. With a capacity of 22 liters and a weight of 1.7 pounds, it’s a manageable backpack in terms of carrying and storage. Notably, it's built from 1000D Cordura, which assures a sturdy and water-resistant exterior. The bag also features a laptop compartment that can accommodate a 15-inch laptop, a handy feature for digital nomads. Reviewers praise the Rainmaker for its high function and versatile design, positioning it as one of the best value bags on the market.
On the other side of the comparison is the Osprey Transporter® Zip Top Pack. Significantly larger at 29 inches tall, 36 inches wide, and 52 inches deep, it provides 30 liters of storage capacity while only weighing 1 pound. It's made from 400D Nylon TPU Double Coated, promising high quality and durability. Like the Rainmaker, the Osprey pack also has a laptop pocket that fits a 15-inch device. Reviewers highlight the internal organization it offers and commend its comfort during extended use.
Comparison Points:
- Dimensions: The Rainmaker is smaller but might fit more easily in overhead compartments or under seats.
- Weight: The Osprey Transporter is slightly lighter than the Rainmaker.
- Capacity: The Osprey Transporter can hold more gear, but might not be accepted by all airlines.
- Material: The Rainmaker is made from a harder-wearing fabric.
- Laptop Compartment: Both packs can store a 15-inch laptop.
- Reviews: Both bags have excellent reviews, but the Rainmaker is often lauded for its outstanding value.
In conclusion, both these bags have strong selling points. If you are looking for more capacity and comfort, the Osprey Transporter® Zip Top Pack might be your best bet. On the other hand, if durability, airline compatibility, and a strong value for money are your priorities, then the Greenroom136 Rainmaker is a remarkable choice. Both bags offer great organizational features and meet the requirements of everyday carry, promising to serve your travel needs effectively.