Greenroom136 Rainmaker vs. Osprey Hikelite 26
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 | Osprey Hikelite 26 |
|---|---|---|
| Storage | ||
| 4 | Compression | 4 |
| None | Expanded Capacity | None |
| 1 | Opening | 1 |
| side | Passport | top |
| N | Passthrough | N |
| Carry | ||
| Y | Backpack | Y |
| N | Hip Belt | removable |
| Y | Sternum Strap | Y |
| Inside | ||
| 15in | Laptop | N |
| 3 | Main Compartments | 2 |
| Y | Organizer | N |
| Outside | ||
| × | Hard Shell | × |
| N | Rain-fly | Y |
| N | Water Bottle Holder | 2, side |
| Y | Water Resistant | Y |
| Material | |
| 1000D Cordura | bluesign® APPROVED 100% recycled 100D high-tenacity bird eye nylon, DWR treatments made without PFAS |
Osprey Hikelite 26
| Capacity | 26 L |
| Weight | 0.8 kg |
| Dimensions | 51×36×31 cm |
| Airline fit | 2% |
| Price | $115 |
Key differences between the Greenroom136 Rainmaker and Osprey Hikelite 26
- Passport pocket: Side on the Greenroom136 Rainmaker; Top on the Osprey Hikelite 26.
- Hip belt: No on the Greenroom136 Rainmaker; Removable on the Osprey Hikelite 26.
- Laptop sleeve: 15in on the Greenroom136 Rainmaker; No on the Osprey Hikelite 26.
- Main compartments: 3 on the Greenroom136 Rainmaker; 2 on the Osprey Hikelite 26.
- Built-in organizer: Yes on the Greenroom136 Rainmaker; No on the Osprey Hikelite 26.
- Rain cover: No on the Greenroom136 Rainmaker; Yes on the Osprey Hikelite 26.
- Water bottle pockets: No on the Greenroom136 Rainmaker; 2, side on the Osprey Hikelite 26.
Both have: compression straps, 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. 4 accept both. 183 accept only the Greenroom136 Rainmaker, and 0 accept only the Osprey Hikelite 26.
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 Europa, Air France, Air India, Air Koryo, Air Macau, Air Malta, Air Mauritius, 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, Island 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.
When it comes to durable and versatile carry-on backpacks, the Greenroom136 Rainmaker and the Osprey Hikelite 26 are contenders to consider. The Greenroom136 Rainmaker, towering at 40 inches tall, is slightly larger than the Osprey Hikelite, which measures 28 inches tall. However, both are the same width at 28 inches. Despite its size, the Rainmaker's lighter weight comes in at 1.7 pounds compared to the Hikelite’s 0.7 pounds. Yet, the Hikelite does pack more capacity with its 26 liters compared to Rainmaker’s 22 liters. The material for each backpack is distinct. The Rainmaker is made of 1000D Cordura which is durable and known for its longevity. The Hikelite, on the other hand, is composed of 100D Nylon Mini Diamond Shadow, which offers a balance between weight and ruggedness.
Here's a summary of the differences:
- Size: The Greenroom136 Rainmaker is 40 inches tall, 28 inches wide, and 21 inches deep compared to the Osprey Hikelite 26 dimensions at 28 inches tall, 28 inches wide, and 49 inches deep.
- Weight: The Greenroom136 Rainmaker weighs 1.7 pounds while the Osprey Hikelite 26 weighs 0.7 pounds.
- Capacity: Rainmaker has 22 liters of capacity while Hikelite has 26 liters.
- Material: Rainmaker is made of 1000D Cordura and Hikelite is made of 100D Nylon Mini Diamond Shadow.
- Laptop compartment: Rainmaker has a compartment that can fit a 15 inch laptop, whereas Hikelite doesn't have a laptop pocket.
Users rave about both backpacks, but for different reasons. Greenroom136 Rainmaker fans highlight its readability and practical design. Several reviewers have commended the bag for being "one of the best value bags on the market" and a "solid pack that values function above all else." On the other hand, Osprey Hikelite 26 users underline its lightweight and the front "shove-it" pocket. Its ventilated back panel is also praised for comfort during longer treks, and it comes with a handy rain cover.
In conclusion, choosing between the Greenroom136 Rainmaker and the Osprey Hikelite 26 is a matter of balancing needs for size, weight, capacity, and features. If size and durability are paramount, the Rainmaker is the way to go. However, for those prioritizing capacity, weight, and hiking utility, the Osprey Hikelite 26 is the better option. Thankfully, both options deliver in terms of quality and convenience, making either backpack purchase a worthwhile one.