Greenroom136 Rainmaker vs. Exped Mountain Pro 40

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 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 Cordura420 D Oxford nylon, PU coated, 3'000 mm water column

Exped Mountain Pro 40

by Exped
Front facing view of the Exped Mountain Pro 40
Capacity42 L
Weight1.39 kg
Dimensions62×32×26 cm
Airline fit2%
Price$190

Key differences between the Greenroom136 Rainmaker and Exped Mountain Pro 40

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. 3 accept both. 184 accept only the Greenroom136 Rainmaker, and 0 accept only the Exped Mountain Pro 40.

Only the Greenroom136 Rainmaker fits

Adria Airways, Aegean Airlines, Aer Lingus, Aeroflot, Aerolineas Argentinas, Aeromexico, Air Asia, Air Astana, Air Baltic, Air Canada, Air Caraibes, Air China, Air Europa, Air France, Air India, Air Koryo, Air Macau, Air Malta, Air Mauritius, Air New Zealand, Air Niugini, Air Nostrum, Air Serbia, Air Seychelles, Air Tahiti, Air Tahiti Nui, 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, Azul Linhas, Bahamasair, Bangkok Airways, Belavia, Biman Bangladesh, Blue Air, Boliviana de Aviacion, British Airways, Brussels Airlines, Bulgaria Air, Cambodia Angkor Air, Caribbean Airlines, Cathay Pacific, Cayman Airways, Cebu Pacific, China Airlines, China Eastern, China Southern, CommutAir, Conviasa, Copa Airlines, Croatia Air, Cubana de Aviacion, 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, Frontier Airlines, Garuda Indonesia, Gol Linhas Aereas, Great Lakes Airlines, Gulf Air, Hainan Airlines, 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, Korean Air, 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, PenAir, Philippine Airlines, Porter Airlines, Qantas Airways, Qatar Airways, Ravn Alaska, Regional Express, Republic Airways, Royal Air Morocco, Royal Brunei Airlines, Royal Jordanian, Ryanair, S7, SAS Scandinavian, Saudi Arabian Airlines, Scoot, Shandong Airlines, Shenzhen Airlines, Sichuan Airlines, SilkAir, Silver Airways, Singapore Airlines, Sky Airlines, Skywest, Inc., South African Airways, Southwest Airlines, SpiceJet, Spirit Airlines, Spring Airlines, SriLankan Airlines, Sun Country, Sun Express, Swiss Int'l Air Lines, TAAG Angola, TAM Airlines, TAP Air Portugal, TAROM, Thai Airways, Tianjin Airlines (A320 & E190), Tiger Airways, Trans States, Travel Service Airlines, TUI, Turkish Airlines, Ukraine International, United Airlines, Ural Airlines, Uzbekistan Air, Vietnam Airlines, VIM Airlines (Closed), Virgin Atlantic, Virgin Australia, VivaColombia, Volaris, Volotea, WestJet, Wizz Air, WOW Airlines, Xiamen.

The Greenroom136 Rainmaker and the Exped Mountain Pro 40 are two prime examples of high-quality carry-on backpacks. Both cater to a unique set of consumer needs and exhibit exceptional craftsmanship. However, while they share a general category of practical, transportable bags, they stand tall in terms of their specific attributes, dimensions, and overall appeal to consumers.

The Rainmaker by Greenroom136 is no mere bag. It's a meticulously put-together piece of luggage that values function and practicality. For a bag measuring 40 by 28 by 21 inches, it manages to incorporate a 22-liter capacity offering a blend of organization and availability. With a weight of 1.7 pounds and a stellar compatibility of 100% with airlines, it's perfect for the on-the-go individual. Its remarkably sturdy 1000D Cordura exterior scores high in durability while the laptop compartment can accommodate a 15-inch laptop. According to one reviewer, "The customizability options are incredible." Moreover, the Rainmaker values not only efficiency but versatility and aesthetics too.

On the other hand, the Exped Mountain Pro 40 is a dynamic carry-on designed for those leaning towards outdoor activities. Measuring 26 by 32 by 62 inches, this lightweight champ, weighing merely 1.39 pounds, consists of a burly 420D Oxford nylon exterior coated with PU, ensuring a hefty 3'000 mm water column. Although its airline compatibility sets at 19%, it packs an impressive 42-liter capacity. The real strokes of brilliance are its attachment loops for outdoor gears, a weatherproof build, and a removable, transparent document bag that offers an extra layer of protection to your valuables. There may not be a laptop compartment, but this bag is much more oriented toward the rugged explorer than digital nomad.

In conclusion, these two backpacks serve different customers - travelers needing organization and laptop storage, versus adventurers requiring weatherproofing and gear storage. Both are carefully engineered to provide an optimal solution in their spheres. Purchase the Greenroom136 Rainmaker if you're seduced by flexibility and functionality; go for the Exped Mountain Pro 40 if your excitement is evoked by the outdoors.