Greenroom136 Rainmaker vs. Alchemy Equipment Daypack
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 | Alchemy Equipment Daypack |
|---|---|---|
| Storage | ||
| 4 | Compression | N |
| None | Expanded Capacity | None |
| 1 | Opening | 2 |
| side | Passport | front |
| N | Passthrough | N |
| Carry | ||
| Y | Backpack | Y |
| N | Hip Belt | N |
| Y | Sternum Strap | Y |
| Inside | ||
| 15in | Laptop | 13in |
| 3 | Main Compartments | 2 |
| Y | Organizer | N |
| Outside | ||
| × | Hard Shell | × |
| N | Rain-fly | N |
| N | Water Bottle Holder | 2, side |
| Y | Water Resistant | Y |
| Material | |
| 1000D Cordura | Waxed 600 denier Kodra (100% polyester) Embossed lining (100% polyester) Base: 3x PU-coated 900 denier Kodra |
Alchemy Equipment Daypack
| Capacity | 20 L |
| Weight | 0.6 kg |
| Dimensions | 43×36×13 cm |
| Airline fit | 86% |
| Price | $150 |
Key differences between the Greenroom136 Rainmaker and Alchemy Equipment Daypack
- Compression straps: 4 on the Greenroom136 Rainmaker; No on the Alchemy Equipment Daypack.
- Opening: Clamshell on the Greenroom136 Rainmaker; Rolltop on the Alchemy Equipment Daypack.
- Passport pocket: Side on the Greenroom136 Rainmaker; Front on the Alchemy Equipment Daypack.
- Laptop sleeve: 15in on the Greenroom136 Rainmaker; 13in on the Alchemy Equipment Daypack.
- Main compartments: 3 on the Greenroom136 Rainmaker; 2 on the Alchemy Equipment Daypack.
- Built-in organizer: Yes on the Greenroom136 Rainmaker; No on the Alchemy Equipment Daypack.
- Water bottle pockets: No on the Greenroom136 Rainmaker; 2, side on the Alchemy Equipment Daypack.
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. 162 accept both. 25 accept only the Greenroom136 Rainmaker, and 0 accept only the Alchemy Equipment Daypack.
Only the Greenroom136 Rainmaker fits
Aerolineas Argentinas, Air France, Air India, Air Mauritius, Air Niugini, Air Tahiti, Boliviana de Aviacion, Cayman Airways, flybe, Great Lakes Airlines, Indigo, InselAir, Jet Airways, Kenya Airways, KLM, LATAM , LC Perú, Lion Air Group, Regional Express, Sky Airlines, Spring Airlines, Virgin Australia, VivaColombia, Volaris, Wizz Air.
The Greenroom136 Rainmaker and the Alchemy Equipment Daypack may appear similar at first glance, but they have key differences that potentially make them suited to different types of consumers. First off, the Rainmaker, the larger and heavier of the two, stands tall at 40 inches and weighs in at 1.7 pounds. That extra weight and size could matter when the pack is filled to its maximum capacity of 22 liters. That being said, it's also an inch wider than the Daypack. The latter, on the other hand, stays lighter and slightly slimmer, measuring 43 inches in height and 26 inches in width, yet weighs nothing; just don't expect to fit quite as much stuff in its 20-liter interior.
- Size: The Rainmaker is 40 inches tall as opposed to the Daypack, which is 43 inches tall. The former is also wider (28 inches) than the latter (26 inches), but they share the same depth (21 inches).
- Weight: The Rainmaker has a notable weight of 1.7 pounds, while the Daypack weighs in at 0 pounds.
- Capacity: The Rainmaker can hold slightly more content with a 22-liter capacity, whereas the Daypack offers a 20-liter capacity.
- Airlines compatibility: Both backpacks are compatible with 100% of airlines.
- Material: The Rainmaker is made of 1000D Cordura while the Daypack is crafted from a combined material of wax-coated PES, 3x PU-coated 900 denier Kodra, and YKK AquaGuard zippers.
- Laptop compartment: The Rainmaker can securely hold up to a 15-inch laptop, whilst the Daypack can hold a 13-inch laptop.
Reviewers speak about the Rainmaker's functionality, customizability, and durability, asserting the bag to be "a solid pack that values function above all else" and "one of the best value bags on the market". Similarly, they praise the bag's versatility, sturdy and water-resistant exterior, and its organizational features that leave your belongings perfectly arranged, making the bag potentially a good fit for every day carries or professional set-ups.
While the Alchemy Equipment Daypack boasts similar competitive features – airline compliance, high-quality materials, and handy compartments – its lighter weight, slim figure, and slightly superior height might make it the better option for those who value mobility and compactness. Reviewers on the Daypack were not quoted but the comparatively less capacity could potentially be excused with its comfortable fit and easy-to-carry design.