Greenroom136 Rainmaker vs. Patagonia Cragsmith Pack 45L

Two carry-on travel backpacks, compared spec for spec.

Greenroom136 Rainmaker

by Greenroom
Front facing view of the Greenroom136 Rainmaker
Capacity22 L
Weight1.7 kg
Dimensions40×28×20 cm
Airline fit99%
Price$150

Feature by feature

Storage
4 Compression Y
None Expanded Capacity None
1 Opening 0
side Passport N
N Passthrough N
Carry
Y Backpack Y
N Hip Belt Y
Y Sternum Strap Y
Inside
15in Laptop N
3 Main Compartments 1
Y Organizer N
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% polyester

Patagonia Cragsmith Pack 45L

by Patagonia
Front facing view of the Patagonia Cragsmith Pack 45L
Capacity45 L
Weight1.559 kg
Dimensions60×27×20 cm
Airline fit16%
Price$199

Key differences between the Greenroom136 Rainmaker and Patagonia Cragsmith Pack 45L

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. 31 accept both. 156 accept only the Greenroom136 Rainmaker, and 0 accept only the Patagonia Cragsmith Pack 45L.

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 France, Air India, Air Macau, Air Malta, Air Mauritius, Air Niugini, Air Nostrum, Air Serbia, Air Seychelles, Air Tahiti, 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, Bahamasair, Bangkok Airways, Belavia, Biman Bangladesh, Blue Air, Boliviana de Aviacion, British Airways, Brussels Airlines, Bulgaria Air, Cambodia Angkor Air, Cathay Pacific, Cayman Airways, Cebu Pacific, China Airlines, China Eastern, CommutAir, Copa Airlines, 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, Garuda Indonesia, Gol Linhas Aereas, Great Lakes Airlines, Gulf Air, Hawaiian Airlines, Hong Kong Airlines, Iberia, Icelandair, Indigo, InselAir, Interjet, Iran Air, Iran Aseman Air, Japan Airlines, Jet Airways, Jet2, jetBlue Airways, Jetstar Airways, Jetstar Asia, Juneyao Airlines, Kenya Airways, KLM, 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, Porter Airlines, Qantas Airways, Qatar Airways, Ravn Alaska, Regional Express, Republic Airways, Royal Brunei Airlines, Royal Jordanian, Ryanair, S7, SAS Scandinavian, Scoot, Shandong Airlines, Shenzhen Airlines, Sky Airlines, Skywest, Inc., South African Airways, Spirit Airlines, Spring Airlines, SriLankan Airlines, Sun Express, Swiss Int'l Air Lines, TAP Air Portugal, TAROM, Thai Airways, Tianjin Airlines (A320 & E190), Tiger Airways, Trans States, Travel Service Airlines, TUI, Turkish Airlines, Ukraine International, United Airlines, Uzbekistan Air, Vietnam Airlines, VIM Airlines (Closed), Virgin Atlantic, Virgin Australia, VivaColombia, Volaris, Volotea, WestJet, Wizz Air, WOW Airlines, Xiamen.

The Greenroom136 Rainmaker by Greenroom136 is built to stand up to heavy use. The exterior is a hardy 1000D Cordura which offers water-resistant protection for the contents of the bag. Despite its sturdy build, this backpack weighs a mere 1.7 pounds, which combined with its compact dimensions makes it a solid choice for people on the move. It is compatible with most airlines and accommodates an impressive 22 liters of content. Plus, it includes a laptop compartment that can hold a 15-inch device - just right for business travelers or digital nomads.

On the other side, we have the Patagonia Cragsmith Pack 45L by Patagonia. This bag is deemed a 'utilitarian bag' by one reviewer, focusing on durability and efficiency. It's made from a mix of durable materials - 630-denier 100% nylon and 200-denier 100% polyester - which keeps the backpack well-protected. The Cragsmith weighs slightly less than its counterpart at 1.559 pounds yet offers a significantly larger carrying capacity at 45 liters. That extra space might be useful, but it's worth noting - it's compatible with fewer airlines.

In terms of reviewers' feedback, they lauded the Rainmaker's focus on function and customizability while praising the Cragsmith for its comfortability and multiple access points to the main compartment. Moreover, the Cragsmith's minimalist design and sturdy build won it high marks, while the Rainmaker's organizational benefits were greatly appreciated.

Whichever backpack you choose - the customizable and robust Greenroom136 Rainmaker or the minimalist, spacious Patagonia Cragsmith Pack 45L - will heavily depend on your traveling needs. Both offer their unique benefits and potential downsides. Enjoy your travels, and may your new backpack serve you well.