Greenroom136 Rainmaker vs. Patagonia Chacabuco Backpack 30L
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 | Patagonia Chacabuco Backpack 30L |
|---|---|---|
| Storage | ||
| 4 | Compression | N |
| None | Expanded Capacity | None |
| 1 | Opening | 4 |
| side | Passport | N |
| N | Passthrough | N |
| Carry | ||
| Y | Backpack | Y |
| N | Hip Belt | N |
| Y | Sternum Strap | Y |
| Inside | ||
| 15in | Laptop | 15in |
| 3 | Main Compartments | 3 |
| Y | Organizer | Y |
| Outside | ||
| × | Hard Shell | × |
| N | Rain-fly | N |
| N | Water Bottle Holder | 2 |
| Y | Water Resistant | Y |
| Material | |
| 1000D Cordura | 630-denier 100% nylon, 200-denier 100% recycled polyester |
Patagonia Chacabuco Backpack 30L
| Capacity | 30 L |
| Weight | 0.7 kg |
| Dimensions | 49×31×22 cm |
| Airline fit | 72% |
| Price | $99 |
Key differences between the Greenroom136 Rainmaker and Patagonia Chacabuco Backpack 30L
- Compression straps: 4 on the Greenroom136 Rainmaker; No on the Patagonia Chacabuco Backpack 30L.
- Opening: Clamshell on the Greenroom136 Rainmaker; Top zip on the Patagonia Chacabuco Backpack 30L.
- Passport pocket: Side on the Greenroom136 Rainmaker; No on the Patagonia Chacabuco Backpack 30L.
- Water bottle pockets: No on the Greenroom136 Rainmaker; 2 on the Patagonia Chacabuco Backpack 30L.
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. 137 accept both. 50 accept only the Greenroom136 Rainmaker, and 0 accept only the Patagonia Chacabuco Backpack 30L.
Only the Greenroom136 Rainmaker fits
Air Baltic, Air China, Air Malta, Air Niugini, Air Serbia, Air Seychelles, Air Tahiti, American Eagle, Asiana Airlines, ATA Airlines, Belavia, Blue Air, Bulgaria Air, China Eastern, easyJet, Emirates Airlines, Enter Air, flybe, Great Lakes Airlines, Gulf Air, Icelandair, InselAir, Juneyao Airlines, LC Perú, Liat Airlines, Lion Air Group, Luxair, Meridiana Fly, Nordwind Airlines, Ravn Alaska, Regional Express, Royal Brunei Airlines, Ryanair, S7, Shandong Airlines, Shenzhen Airlines, Spring Airlines, Sun Express, TAP Air Portugal, TAROM, Tianjin Airlines (A320 & E190), TUI, Ukraine International, VIM Airlines (Closed), Virgin Australia, VivaColombia, Volaris, Volotea, Wizz Air, Xiamen.
We'll start off by examining the Greenroom136 Rainmaker by Greenroom136. Standing tall at 40 inches, with a width of 28 inches and depth of 21 inches, this backpack is a behemoth. But, its size is compensated by its extreme lightness, weighing it at only 1.7 pounds. Like a leviathan, it gazes upon other mere mortal backpacks with its formidable 1000D Cordura exterior and a capacity of 22 liters. Are you thinking airlines? Fear not. This beast is compatible across the board with a solid 100% compatibility rate. Its laptop compartment, designed to accommodate a 15-inch laptop, is just the icing on the cake. As expressed by one reviewer, the Rainmaker is a functional pack offering incredible customizability options.
In the opposing corner, we find the nimble Patagonia Chacabuco Backpack 30L by Patagonia. Although slightly smaller with a height of 22 inches, width of 31 inches, and a depth of 49 inches, it compensates for its stature with a feathery weight of just 0.7 pounds. It punches above its weight with a 30-liter capacity, and is manufactured from robust materials: 630-denier 100% nylon and 200-denier 100% recycled polyester. While it may not bear the standard of universal airline compatibility like the Rainmaker, it sports a very respectable 97% rating. One of its trump cards is the laptop compartment that can tuck in a 15-inch laptop.
Here is a summary of their key differences:
- Size: Rainmaker (40x28x21 inches) vs. Chacabuco (22x31x49 inches)
- Weight: Rainmaker (1.7 pounds) vs. Chacabuco (0.7 pounds)
- Capacity: Rainmaker (22 liters) vs. Chacabuco (30 liters)
- Materials: Rainmaker (1000D Cordura) vs. Chacabuco (630-denier 100% nylon, 200-denier 100% recycled polyester)
- Airline Compatibility: Rainmaker (100%) vs. Chacabuco (97%)
Lastly, let's evaluate their unique selling points. The Rainmaker proudly shows off its versatility, water-resistant exterior, and an organization structure that ensures every item stays in its place. The Chacabuco, on the other hand, outlines its commitment to social responsibility with the use of recycled materials, offers a unique solution for storing helmets and jackets thanks to the elastic cords, and ensures comfort with ergonomic straps and back padding that promote good ventilation.
In the face-off between the Greenroom136 Rainmaker and the Patagonia Chacabuco Backpack 30L, the choice ultimately falls to the user’s specific necessities and expectations. Each of these backpacks brings its own flavor to the table, delivering not merely a container for your items, but an experience of what it means to travel with convenience and style.