Greenroom136 Rainmaker vs. Cotopaxi Allpa Travel Pack 42L Del Día

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

Greenroom136 Rainmaker

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

Feature by feature

Greenroom136 RainmakerFeatureCotopaxi Allpa Travel Pack 42L Del Día
Storage
4 Compression N
None Expanded Capacity None
1 Opening 1
side Passport Y
N Passthrough
Carry
Y Backpack hideable
N Hip Belt removable
Y Sternum Strap Y
Inside
15in Laptop 15in
3 Main Compartments 1
Y Organizer Y
Outside
× Hard Shell ×
N Rain-fly Y
N Water Bottle Holder N
Y Water Resistant Y
Material
1000D Cordura100% repurposed nylon

Cotopaxi Allpa Travel Pack 42L Del Día

Front facing view of the Cotopaxi Allpa Travel Pack 42L Del Día
Capacity42 L
Weight1.905 kg
Dimensions55×34×22.5 cm
Airline fit68%
Price$200

Key differences between the Greenroom136 Rainmaker and Cotopaxi Allpa Travel Pack 42L Del Día

Both have: sternum strap, laptop sleeve, 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 Cotopaxi Allpa Travel Pack 42L Del Día.

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.

When it comes to choosing the right backpack, the devil is in the detail. Consider two of the top models: the Greenroom136 Rainmaker and the Cotopaxi Allpa Travel Pack 42L Del Día. The Rainmaker, by Greenroom136, is built with a rugged 1000D Cordura exterior and weighs in at a lightweight 1.7 pounds. With 22 liters of capacity, it's compatible with virtually all airlines, assuring your peace of mind in transit. This backpack also has a laptop compartment that comfortably houses a 15-inch laptop. In countless reviews, it's seen as a solid, functional bet which allows for a high degree of customization.

The Allpa Travel Pack, on the other hand, is a product of Cotopaxi. It's a little heavier than the Rainmaker, tipping the scales at 1.905 pounds, but makes up for the weight with significantly greater capacity of 42 liters. It's made of 100% repurposed nylon, perfect for the eco-conscious traveler. Unfortunately, it falls short on airline compatibility with only 63% compatibility. A standout feature of this backpack is its intuitive internal organization.

Here's a quick comparison of key differences:

If you're looking for versatility, customizability, and air travel convenience, Greenroom136 Rainmaker is likely the better fit. Reviewers praise its sturdy, water-resistant exterior and dynamic organization capabilities. Meanwhile, the Cotopaxi Allpa Travel Pack shines when it comes to features like its superb harness system comfortable even when fully loaded, the inclusion of a rain cover and sustainable, one-of-a-kind design. It has a remarkably tweaked internal organization system, praised by many as the best configuration in travel backpacks.

At the end of the day, both have their merits depending on what you prioritize. The lightweight, universally-accepted Greenroom136 Rainmaker is a solid all-rounder with its sensible design and customizability while the Cotopaxi Allpa Travel Pack packs in more, achieving the balance between carrying capacity and thoughtful organization, while scoring major points for sustainability.