Two carry-on travel backpacks, compared spec for spec.
| Capacity | 22 L |
| Weight | 1.7 kg |
| Dimensions | 40×28×21 cm |
| Airline fit | 100% |
| Price | $120 |
| Greenroom136 Rainmaker | Feature | Matador Beast28 Packable Backpack |
|---|---|---|
| Storage | ||
| S | Compression | S |
| None | Expanded Capacity | None |
| 4 | Opening | 0 |
| side | Passport | top |
| N | Passthrough | N |
| Carry | ||
| S | Backpack | S |
| N | Hip Belt | S |
| S | Sternum Strap | S |
| Inside | ||
| 15 | Laptop | 0 |
| 3 | Main Compartments | 2 |
| Y | Organizer | N |
| Outside | ||
| × | Hard Shell | × |
| N | Rain-fly | N |
| 0 | Water Bottle Holder | 0 |
| Y | Water Resistant | Y |
| Material | |
| 1000D Cordura | 500D PU-coated Ripstop Nylon (water-resistant) |
| Capacity | 28 L |
| Weight | 0.5 kg |
| Dimensions | 51×34×26 cm |
| Airline fit | 92% |
| Price | $90 |
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
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?