Greenroom136 Rainmaker vs. Matador Beast28 Packable Backpack
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 | Matador Beast28 Packable Backpack |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | removable |
| Inside | ||
| 15in | Laptop | N |
| 3 | Main Compartments | 2 |
| Y | Organizer | N |
| Outside | ||
| × | Hard Shell | × |
| N | Rain-fly | N |
| N | Water Bottle Holder | 2, side |
| Y | Water Resistant | Y |
| Material | |
| 1000D Cordura | 210D Robic® high tenacity nylon, UTS coated, DWR finish |
Matador Beast28 Packable Backpack
| Capacity | 28 L |
| Weight | 0.7 kg |
| Dimensions | 56×28×18 cm |
| Airline fit | 47% |
| Price | $150 |
Key differences between the Greenroom136 Rainmaker and Matador Beast28 Packable Backpack
- Passport pocket: Side on the Greenroom136 Rainmaker; Top on the Matador Beast28 Packable Backpack.
- Hip belt: No on the Greenroom136 Rainmaker; Removable on the Matador Beast28 Packable Backpack.
- Sternum strap: Yes on the Greenroom136 Rainmaker; Removable on the Matador Beast28 Packable Backpack.
- Laptop sleeve: 15in on the Greenroom136 Rainmaker; No on the Matador Beast28 Packable Backpack.
- Main compartments: 3 on the Greenroom136 Rainmaker; 2 on the Matador Beast28 Packable Backpack.
- Built-in organizer: Yes on the Greenroom136 Rainmaker; No on the Matador Beast28 Packable Backpack.
- Water bottle pockets: No on the Greenroom136 Rainmaker; 2, side on the Matador Beast28 Packable Backpack.
Both have: compression straps, backpack straps, water resistant.
Which airlines take each bag as a carry-on
We checked both bags against the carry-on size limits of 189 airlines. 89 accept both. 98 accept only the Greenroom136 Rainmaker, and 0 accept only the Matador Beast28 Packable Backpack.
Only the Greenroom136 Rainmaker fits
Aer Lingus, Aeroflot, Aerolineas Argentinas, Aeromexico, Air Baltic, Air Canada, Air Caraibes, Air China, Air France, Air India, Air Malta, Air Mauritius, Air Niugini, Air Serbia, Air Seychelles, Air Tahiti, All Nipon Airways, American Eagle, ANA, Asiana Airlines, ATA Airlines, Austrian, Azerbaijan Airlines, Belavia, Blue Air, Boliviana de Aviacion, Brussels Airlines, Bulgaria Air, China Eastern, Czech Airlines, easyJet, Emirates Airlines, Enter Air, Ethiopian Airlines, Etihad Airways, Eurowings, Fiji Airways, Flair Air, flybe, Gol Linhas Aereas, Gulf Air, Iberia, Icelandair, Indigo, InselAir, Interjet, Iran Air, Japan Airlines, Jet Airways, Juneyao Airlines, Kenya Airways, KLM, LATAM , LC Perú, Liat Airlines, Lion Air Group, LOT Polish, Lufthansa, Luxair, Mahan Air, Meridiana Fly, Mesa Airlines, Nordwind Airlines, Norwegian, Oman Air, Pakistan International, Peach, Porter Airlines, Qatar Airways, Ravn Alaska, Regional Express, Royal Brunei Airlines, Royal Jordanian, Ryanair, S7, SAS Scandinavian, Scoot, Shandong Airlines, Shenzhen Airlines, Sky Airlines, Spring Airlines, Sun Express, Swiss Int'l Air Lines, TAP Air Portugal, TAROM, Tianjin Airlines (A320 & E190), Tiger Airways, TUI, Turkish Airlines, Ukraine International, VIM Airlines (Closed), Virgin Australia, VivaColombia, Volaris, Volotea, WestJet, Wizz Air, Xiamen.
When you're on the move, a dependable backpack can make all the difference. The Greenroom136 Rainmaker does exactly that. This pack, standing proudly at 40 inches tall, 28 inches wide, and 21 inches deep, is a dedicated sidekick, tipping the scales at a light 1.7 pounds. It offers a roomy 22 liters of storage and is renowned for its compatibility with all airlines, no exceptions. Made of durable 1000D Cordura, the Rainmaker can withstand any rough-and-tumble activity. The added bonus of a 15-inch laptop compartment makes it a great choice for tech-savvy travelers. Customers have lauded it for its “functionality above all else.”
Enter the Matador Beast28 Packable Backpack. It's a more-than-worthy adversary to the Greenroom136 Rainmaker. Strapped on your back, you won't feel the 0.5 pound Beast due the weight of world on your shoulders. With an enhanced capacity of 28 liters, this waterproof and highly durable 500D PU-coated Ripstop Nylon bag stands 51 inches tall, 34 inches wide, and 26 inches deep. However, its compatibility falls slightly short, being suitable for 92% of airlines. Its deficit in laptop compartment size could be a drawback for some, though others might prize its hydration pocket turned laptop sleeve.
Let's break it down
- Dimensions: Greenroom136 Rainmaker is 40”x28”x21”. Matador Beast28 is 51”x34”x26”.
- Weight: Greenroom136 Rainmaker weighs 1.7 lbs, whereas Matador Beast28 weighs just 0.5 lbs.
- Capacity: Greenroom136 Rainmaker has a 22-liter capacity, The Matador Beast28 outdoes with a 28-liter capacity.
- Airline Compatibility: Greenroom136 Rainmaker scores a 100% here while Matador Beast28 falls at 92% compatibility.
- Material: Both come with different materials specialized for durability and resistance.
- Laptop Compartment: Greenroom136 Rainmaker snugly fits a 15-inch laptop, whereas Matador Beast28 has no dedicated laptop compartment.
Purchasing any one of these backpacks would be an excellent decision. The Greenroom136 Rainmaker has a sturdy and water-resistant exterior, offers a lot of customization options, and a load of compartments that will keep everything in place. Matador Beast28 Packable Backpack, although falling short in laptop compartment, wins points for packing in more than it appears to, fitting perfectly as a daypack, and for its hydration pocket. The deciding factor truly lies in the individual needs of the traveler. Are you searching for a pack that boasts an array of compartments, or are you more inclined towards a lighter, more compressed packable bag for shorter trips or everyday use?