Greenroom136 Rainmaker vs. Macpac Rapaki 25
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 | Macpac Rapaki 25 |
|---|---|---|
| Storage | ||
| 4 | Compression | |
| None | Expanded Capacity | None |
| 1 | Opening | 4 |
| side | Passport | N |
| N | Passthrough | N |
| Carry | ||
| Y | Backpack | Y |
| N | Hip Belt | removable |
| Y | Sternum Strap | Y |
| Inside | ||
| 15in | Laptop | 15in |
| 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 | 200D Recycled Polyester, 420D Oxford Nylon |
Macpac Rapaki 25
| Capacity | 25 L |
| Weight | 0.91 kg |
| Dimensions | 52×30×25 cm |
| Airline fit | 39% |
| Price | $140 |
Key differences between the Greenroom136 Rainmaker and Macpac Rapaki 25
- Opening: Clamshell on the Greenroom136 Rainmaker; Top zip on the Macpac Rapaki 25.
- Passport pocket: Side on the Greenroom136 Rainmaker; No on the Macpac Rapaki 25.
- Hip belt: No on the Greenroom136 Rainmaker; Removable on the Macpac Rapaki 25.
- Main compartments: 3 on the Greenroom136 Rainmaker; 1 on the Macpac Rapaki 25.
- Built-in organizer: Yes on the Greenroom136 Rainmaker; No on the Macpac Rapaki 25.
- Water bottle pockets: No on the Greenroom136 Rainmaker; 2 on the Macpac Rapaki 25.
Both have: backpack straps, sternum strap, laptop sleeve, water resistant.
Which airlines take each bag as a carry-on
We checked both bags against the carry-on size limits of 189 airlines. 73 accept both. 114 accept only the Greenroom136 Rainmaker, and 0 accept only the Macpac Rapaki 25.
Only the Greenroom136 Rainmaker fits
Aer Lingus, Air Asia, Air Baltic, Air Canada, Air China, Air Macau, Air Malta, Air Niugini, Air Serbia, Air Seychelles, Air Tahiti, Air Wisconsin, AirAsiaX, Alaska Airlines, Allegiant Air, American Airlines, American Eagle, Asiana Airlines, ATA Airlines, Austrian, Avianca , Azerbaijan Airlines, Bahamasair, Bangkok Airways, Belavia, Biman Bangladesh, Blue Air, Brussels Airlines, Bulgaria Air, Cambodia Angkor Air, Cathay Pacific, Cayman Airways, Cebu Pacific, China Airlines, China Eastern, CommutAir, Delta Airlines, Dragonair, easyJet, Emirates Airlines, Enter Air, Ethiopian Airlines, Etihad Airways, Eurowings, EVA Air, Fiji Airways, Flair Air, flybe, Garuda Indonesia, Great Lakes Airlines, Gulf Air, Hawaiian Airlines, Hong Kong Airlines, Icelandair, InselAir, jetBlue Airways, Jetstar Airways, Jetstar Asia, Juneyao Airlines, Kulula, LC Perú, Liat Airlines, Lion Air Group, LOT Polish, Lufthansa, Luxair, Mahan Air, Malaysia Airlines, Mango, Meridiana Fly, Mesa Airlines, Nordwind Airlines, Norwegian, Oman Air, Pakistan International, 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, Skywest, Inc., South African Airways, Spring Airlines, SriLankan Airlines, Sun Express, Swiss Int'l Air Lines, TAP Air Portugal, TAROM, Tianjin Airlines (A320 & E190), Tiger Airways, Trans States, TUI, Turkish Airlines, Ukraine International, United Airlines, Vietnam Airlines, VIM Airlines (Closed), Virgin Atlantic, Virgin Australia, VivaColombia, Volaris, Volotea, WestJet, Wizz Air, Xiamen.
Let's talk about two impressive carry-on backpacks in the market - the Greenroom136 Rainmaker and the Macpac Rapaki 25. Starting with the former, the Greenroom136 Rainmaker stands tall at 40 inches, has a width of 28 inches and a depth of 21 inches. With a weight of 1.7 lbs, it's a bit on the heavier side but makes up for it in capacity, offering a full 22 liters. It's compatible with virtually all airlines and is crafted with 1000D Cordura material, famed for its resilience. A separate compartment fits a 15-inch laptop, making it an ideal choice for digital nomads or business travelers.
On the other hand, the Macpac Rapaki 25 is a bit more compact at 25 inches of height, 30 inches wide, and 52 inches deep. It's light as a feather, weighing just 0.91 lbs, and flaunts a generous 25 liters of capacity. Compatibility could be an issue though, as it works with only 47% of airlines. The long-lasting 200D Recycled Polyester combines with 420D Oxford Nylon in its construction and it too offers a laptop compartment for a 15-inch machine.
Here's a quick comparison list of these carry-on backpacks:
- Size: The Rainmaker exceeds in height but the Rapaki 25 has it beat when it comes to width and depth.
- Weight: The Rapaki 25 leads, weighing less than Rainmaker by 0.79 lbs.
- Capacity: The Rapaki 25 offers three more liters of capacity compared to the Rainmaker.
- Material: The Rainmaker is made of a sturdier material, while Rapaki goes for a mixture of recycle and lightweight materials.
- Compatibility: Hands down to Rainmaker being compatible with all airlines, Rapaki only meets halfway.
- Laptop Compartment: They both can accommodate a 15-inch laptop.
Reviewers have praised the Rainmaker's functionality and the customizability it offers. They rave it's the "complete package" for a laptop-carrying everyday pack. In contrast, they claim the Rapaki 25 offers the best value in the market, proven by months of living out of it and testing a variety of other bags.
In conclusion, the Rainmaker is versatile, with lots of customization options and a sturdy, water-resistant exterior. If organization is your mantra, it's your best bet with its compartments that keep everything in place. The Rapaki 25, meanwhile is for those looking for lightweight comfort and a larger capacity, with impressive value for money. Both these backpacks offer something for everyone, which one aligns better with your travel requirements is for you to decide.