Greenroom136 Rainmaker vs. ebags Luxon Travel 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 | ebags Luxon Travel Backpack |
|---|---|---|
| Storage | ||
| 4 | Compression | N |
| None | Expanded Capacity | None |
| 1 | Opening | 1 |
| side | Passport | Y |
| N | Passthrough | N |
| Carry | ||
| Y | Backpack | hideable |
| N | Hip Belt | hideable |
| Y | Sternum Strap | removable |
| Inside | ||
| 15in | Laptop | 19in |
| 3 | Main Compartments | 2 |
| Y | Organizer | Y |
| Outside | ||
| × | Hard Shell | × |
| N | Rain-fly | N |
| N | Water Bottle Holder | 1 |
| Y | Water Resistant | Y |
| Material | |
| 1000D Cordura | Military-grade ballistic material with waterproof zippers and Hypalon reinforcements |
ebags Luxon Travel Backpack
| Capacity | 0 L |
| Weight | 1.8 kg |
| Dimensions | 55×31×23 cm |
| Airline fit | 68% |
| Price | $250 |
Key differences between the Greenroom136 Rainmaker and ebags Luxon Travel Backpack
- Compression straps: 4 on the Greenroom136 Rainmaker; No on the ebags Luxon Travel Backpack.
- Passport pocket: Side on the Greenroom136 Rainmaker; Yes on the ebags Luxon Travel Backpack.
- Backpack straps: Yes on the Greenroom136 Rainmaker; Hideable on the ebags Luxon Travel Backpack.
- Hip belt: No on the Greenroom136 Rainmaker; Hideable on the ebags Luxon Travel Backpack.
- Sternum strap: Yes on the Greenroom136 Rainmaker; Removable on the ebags Luxon Travel Backpack.
- Laptop sleeve: 15in on the Greenroom136 Rainmaker; 19in on the ebags Luxon Travel Backpack.
- Main compartments: 3 on the Greenroom136 Rainmaker; 2 on the ebags Luxon Travel Backpack.
- Water bottle pockets: No on the Greenroom136 Rainmaker; 1 on the ebags Luxon Travel Backpack.
Both have: 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. 129 accept both. 58 accept only the Greenroom136 Rainmaker, and 0 accept only the ebags Luxon Travel Backpack.
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, Etihad Airways, flybe, Great Lakes Airlines, Gulf Air, Icelandair, InselAir, Juneyao Airlines, LC Perú, Liat Airlines, Lion Air Group, Luxair, Meridiana Fly, Nordwind Airlines, Oman Air, Pakistan International, Qatar Airways, Ravn Alaska, Regional Express, Royal Brunei Airlines, Royal Jordanian, Ryanair, S7, Scoot, Shandong Airlines, Shenzhen Airlines, Spring Airlines, Sun Express, TAP Air Portugal, TAROM, Tianjin Airlines (A320 & E190), Tiger Airways, TUI, Ukraine International, VIM Airlines (Closed), Virgin Australia, VivaColombia, Volaris, Volotea, WestJet, Wizz Air, Xiamen.
The Greenroom136 Rainmaker and the ebags Luxon Travel Backpack both come with high recommendation, making your decision a tough one. The Rainmaker, crafted by Greenroom136, stands tall at 40 inches, wide at 28 inches, and runs deep at 21 inches. It's a light carry at just 1.7 pounds. What's really impressive is that this sleek bag can hold up to 22 liters of stuff. Reviewers rave that this is a solid, functional pack that's incredible in its customizability options. Described as the complete package at an amazing price, it's truly a consistent performer across all aspects.
On the other hand, the Luxon Travel Backpack by ebags is a beast of its own right. Slightly heavier at 1.8 pounds, it has dimensions of 23 inches by 31 inches by 55 inches. While the Luxon does not specify its capacity, it comes with a unique feature of 3 packing cubes to streamline the packing process. The bag is praised for its wireless charging pocket, secret RFID pocket, and the ability to stow the straps entirely for convenient storage. Materials used on the Luxon are military-grade ballistic with waterproof zippers and Hypalon reinforcements, touting an impressive durability.
Here's a quick comparison of the two:
- The Greenroom136 Rainmaker is larger in height but the ebags Luxon Travel Backpack is wider and deeper.
- The Luxon is slightly heavier than the Rainmaker.
- Greenroom136 Rainmaker boasts of a 22-liter capacity while the Luxon does not specify its capacity.
- The Luxon features unusual aspects like packing cubes, wireless charging pocket, and an RFID pocket while the Rainmaker gains points for its customizability.
- Rainmaker’s material is 1000D Cordura while Luxon uses military-grade ballistic materials.
- Luxon can accommodate a larger 19-inch laptop compared to Rainmaker’s 15-inch laptop.
So which one should you go with? The Rainmaker seems the top choice if you're seeking a sturdy, water-resistant, versatile bag with strong organizational features. It's also universally compatible with airlines. On the other hand, the Luxon Travel Backpack is ideal for those who seek high-tech features, like cordless charging and RFID protection. Its material composition also suggests extreme conditions suitability. In the end, your decision will depend on personal preference and your specific needs for a carry on backpack. Both of these options, however, assure value for the money spent.