Greenroom136 Rainmaker vs. Lo & Sons "The Hakuba"

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

Greenroom136 Rainmaker

Front facing view of the Greenroom136 Rainmaker
Capacity22 L
Weight1.7 kg
Dimensions40×28×21 cm
Airline fit100%
Price$120

Feature by feature

Greenroom136 RainmakerFeatureLo & Sons "The Hakuba"
Storage
S Compression N
None Expanded Capacity None
4 Opening 4
side Passport Y
N Passthrough N
Carry
S Backpack S
N Hip Belt N
S Sternum Strap N
Inside
15 Laptop 15
3 Main Compartments 0
Y Organizer
Outside
× Hard Shell ×
N Rain-fly N
0 Water Bottle Holder 2
Y Water Resistant Y
Material
1000D CorduraRecycled Poly

Lo & Sons "The Hakuba"

Front facing view of the Lo & Sons "The Hakuba"
Capacity35.5 L
Weight1.1 kg
Dimensions56×34×21 cm
Airline fit97%
Price$165

The Greenroom136 Rainmaker impresses with its functional design. It's a backpack that stands tall and valuing efficiency above all else. Its size, being 40 inches tall, 28 wide, and 21 deep, gives room for versatile storage that includes a laptop compartment fitting a 15 inch laptop efficiently. It's made of 1000D Cordura, a sturdy material that anticipates rain and other tough weather conditions that may threaten your belongings. Its lightweight of 1.7 pounds combined with enormous 22 liters of capacity makes it the traveler's favorite. The compatibility with 100% of airlines gives it an unmatchable preference among constant travelers.

In comparison, The Lo & Sons "The Hakuba" presents itself as an environmentally conscious alternative. Made of Recycled Poly materials, it's an eco-friendly bag that answers to the needs of the modern world. It's slightly less in size compared to the Greenroom136 Rainmaker, standing 21 inches tall, 34 wide and 56 deep. However, it surpasses the Rainmaker in capacity, offering an exceptional 35.5 liters of storage space. At 1.1 pounds, it's lighter, making it more comfortable to carry around.

The Greenroom136 Rainmaker and The Lo & Sons "The Hakuba" are ranked highly in the market with reviewers praising their functional features. The Hakuba is lauded for being the best gym laptop backpack as rated by the Wirecutter and is praised for its huge bottom compartment that can be used for shoes or dirty clothing. Importantly, both the Greenroom136 Rainmaker and The Hakuba have been praised for their versatility in function and the viability of using them as work or gym bags.

Overall, both backpacks offer great utility. If you value customizability, a sturdy and water-resistant exterior, and plenty of organization to keep your things in place, the Greenroom136 Rainmaker is a viable choice. On the other hand, if eco-friendliness, a spacious bottom compartment for gym wear, and lightness are your priorities, then The Lo & Sons "The Hakuba" is a better fit.