Greenroom136 Rainmaker vs. Solo Everyday Max Backpack
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 | Solo Everyday Max Backpack |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | N |
| Inside | ||
| 15in | Laptop | 17in |
| 3 | Main Compartments | 5 |
| Y | Organizer | Y |
| Outside | ||
| × | Hard Shell | × |
| N | Rain-fly | N |
| N | Water Bottle Holder | N |
| Y | Water Resistant | N |
| Material | |
| 1000D Cordura | |
Solo Everyday Max Backpack
| Capacity | 30 L |
| Weight | 1.1 kg |
| Dimensions | 56×33×21 cm |
| Airline fit | 47% |
| Price | $70 |
Key differences between the Greenroom136 Rainmaker and Solo Everyday Max Backpack
- Compression straps: 4 on the Greenroom136 Rainmaker; No on the Solo Everyday Max Backpack.
- Opening: Clamshell on the Greenroom136 Rainmaker; Top zip on the Solo Everyday Max Backpack.
- Passport pocket: Side on the Greenroom136 Rainmaker; No on the Solo Everyday Max Backpack.
- Sternum strap: Yes on the Greenroom136 Rainmaker; No on the Solo Everyday Max Backpack.
- Laptop sleeve: 15in on the Greenroom136 Rainmaker; 17in on the Solo Everyday Max Backpack.
- Main compartments: 3 on the Greenroom136 Rainmaker; 5 on the Solo Everyday Max Backpack.
- Water resistant: Yes on the Greenroom136 Rainmaker; No on the Solo Everyday Max Backpack.
Both have: backpack straps, built-in organizer.
Which airlines take each bag as a carry-on
We checked both bags against the carry-on size limits of 189 airlines. 88 accept both. 99 accept only the Greenroom136 Rainmaker, and 0 accept only the Solo Everyday Max Backpack.
Only the Greenroom136 Rainmaker fits
Aer Lingus, Aeroflot, Aerolineas Argentinas, Aeromexico, Air Baltic, Air Canada, Air Caraibes, Air China, Air France, Air India, Air Malta, Air Mauritius, Air Niugini, Air Serbia, Air Seychelles, Air Tahiti, All Nipon Airways, American Eagle, ANA, Asiana Airlines, ATA Airlines, Austrian, Azerbaijan Airlines, Belavia, Blue Air, Boliviana de Aviacion, Brussels Airlines, Bulgaria Air, China Eastern, Czech Airlines, easyJet, Emirates Airlines, Enter Air, Ethiopian Airlines, Etihad Airways, Eurowings, Fiji Airways, Flair Air, flybe, Gol Linhas Aereas, Great Lakes Airlines, Gulf Air, Iberia, Icelandair, Indigo, InselAir, Interjet, Iran Air, Japan Airlines, Jet Airways, Juneyao Airlines, Kenya Airways, KLM, LATAM , LC Perú, Liat Airlines, Lion Air Group, LOT Polish, Lufthansa, Luxair, Mahan Air, Meridiana Fly, Mesa Airlines, Nordwind Airlines, Norwegian, Oman Air, Pakistan International, Peach, Porter Airlines, Qatar Airways, Ravn Alaska, Regional Express, Royal Brunei Airlines, Royal Jordanian, Ryanair, S7, SAS Scandinavian, Scoot, Shandong Airlines, Shenzhen Airlines, Sky Airlines, Spring Airlines, Sun Express, Swiss Int'l Air Lines, TAP Air Portugal, TAROM, Tianjin Airlines (A320 & E190), Tiger Airways, TUI, Turkish Airlines, Ukraine International, VIM Airlines (Closed), Virgin Australia, VivaColombia, Volaris, Volotea, WestJet, Wizz Air, Xiamen.
The Greenroom136 Rainmaker and the Solo Everyday Max Backpack are both outstanding carry-on backpacks, each with their own unique benefits and traits. The Rainmaker, a product of Greenroom136, measures 40 inches tall, 28 inches wide, and 21 inches deep, and it weighs 1.7 pounds. Crafted from 1000D Cordura, it's robust, durable and compatible with all airlines. As for its capacity, it can hold up to 22 liters. Its design includes a laptop compartment that comfortably fits a 15-inch device.
In contrast, the Solo Everyday Max Backpack by Solo New York, boasts larger dimensions at 56 inches tall, 33 inches wide, and 21 inches deep, but weighs slightly less at 1.1 pounds. The pack has a greater capacity of 30 liters and is nearly universally compatible with airlines, at 97%. Its laptop compartment can accommodate a larger device, accommodating 17-inch laptops comfortably. Materials used for the construction of the pack are not indicated.
Here's a concise summary of the differences:
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Size: The Solo Everyday Max Backpack is taller, wider but matches the Rainmaker's depth.
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Weight: The Solo bag is lighter at 1.1 pounds against Rainmaker's 1.7 pounds.
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Capacity: Solo's bag has a bigger load capacity of 30 liters compared to Rainmaker's 22 liters.
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Airline Compatibility: The Greenroom136 Rainmaker is compatible with 100% of airlines while the Solo Everyday Max Backpack at 97%.
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Material: The Rainmaker is made from 1000D Cordura while material for the Solo Everyday Max Backpack is not stated.
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Laptop Compartment Size: The Rainmaker fits a 15-inch laptop while the Solo bag accommodates a larger 17-inch laptop.
Reviewers have given both backpacks high praise for their distinct features. The Greenroom136 Rainmaker, for instance, has been lauded for its versatility and great customizability options, sturdy and water-resistant exterior, as well as its elaborate organization scheme that ensures your things stay in place. On the other hand, the Solo Everyday Max Backpack offers enhanced internal compartment organization, a convenient mid-bag access point, and a generous laptop compartment for larger devices. Notably, it also possesses a dedicated shoe compartment and a reliable 5-year warranty. All these qualities, according to users, make it an ideal companion for short trips, extended travel, or simply daily use.