Greenroom136 Rainmaker vs. Exped Mountain Pro 30 Women
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 | Exped Mountain Pro 30 Women |
|---|---|---|
| Storage | ||
| 4 | Compression | N |
| None | Expanded Capacity | None |
| 1 | Opening | 3 |
| side | Passport | N |
| N | Passthrough | N |
| Carry | ||
| Y | Backpack | Y |
| N | Hip Belt | removable |
| 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 | N |
| Y | Water Resistant | Y |
| Material | |
| 1000D Cordura | 420 D Oxford nylon, PU coated, 3'000 mm water column |
Exped Mountain Pro 30 Women
| Capacity | 30 L |
| Weight | 1.25 kg |
| Dimensions | 58×28×23 cm |
| Airline fit | 17% |
| Price | $137 |
Key differences between the Greenroom136 Rainmaker and Exped Mountain Pro 30 Women
- Compression straps: 4 on the Greenroom136 Rainmaker; No on the Exped Mountain Pro 30 Women.
- Opening: Clamshell on the Greenroom136 Rainmaker; Top flap on the Exped Mountain Pro 30 Women.
- Passport pocket: Side on the Greenroom136 Rainmaker; No on the Exped Mountain Pro 30 Women.
- Hip belt: No on the Greenroom136 Rainmaker; Removable on the Exped Mountain Pro 30 Women.
- Laptop sleeve: 15in on the Greenroom136 Rainmaker; No on the Exped Mountain Pro 30 Women.
- Main compartments: 3 on the Greenroom136 Rainmaker; 1 on the Exped Mountain Pro 30 Women.
- Built-in organizer: Yes on the Greenroom136 Rainmaker; No on the Exped Mountain Pro 30 Women.
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. 32 accept both. 155 accept only the Greenroom136 Rainmaker, and 0 accept only the Exped Mountain Pro 30 Women.
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, 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.
When you're looking for a carry-on backpack that's robust, versatile, and has plenty of pockets, the Greenroom136 Rainmaker is a strong contender. At 40 inches tall, 28 inches wide, and 21 inches deep, it's large enough for a weekend getaway but still streamlined enough to not take up unnecessary space. It weighs 1.7 pounds and boasts a sizable 22-liter capacity, ideal for carrying essentials and more. Plus, it's made from the hard-wearing 1000D Cordura material and has a laptop compartment that snugly fits up to 15-inch laptops. A reviewer claims it to be of great value and appreciates its emphasis on function and customizability.
On the other hand, the Exped Mountain Pro 30 Women's backpack brings an entirely different set of benefits to the table. With dimensions of 23 inches tall, 28 inches wide, and 58 inches deep, it certainly holds its own in terms of room. It only weighs 1.25 pounds and sports an impressive 30-liter capacity. The material used is the 420 D Oxford nylon - PU coated and bearing a 3'000 mm water column. It's substantially weatherproof, lightweight, and tailored specifically for women with a shorter back frame for optimal comfort.
Comparison Points:
- The Greenroom136 Rainmaker is larger but Exped Mountain Pro 30 Women offers more room in terms of capacity.
- The Mountain Pro backpack is lighter in weight.
- The Greenroom136 Rainmaker uses 1000D Cordura fabric while the Exped backpack opts for 420 D Oxford nylon.
- The Greenroom136 Rainmaker is compatible with all airlines, while the Exped backpack suits only 30% of them.
- The Rainmaker features a laptop compartment for up 15-inch laptops while the Mountain Pro doesn't have one.
Now, why should you choose one over the other? The Greenroom136 Rainmaker is intended for everyday carry with customization options and a sturdy, water-resistant exterior. It promises efficient organization for your belongings, which comes handy for frequent travelers. On the other hand, the Exped Mountain Pro 30 Women's backpack is perfect for outdoor use. It incorporates special internal organization, a weatherproof document bag for valuables, and a certain fit that is uniquely shaped for women. Both are solid choices, depending on your needs and preferences.