Greenroom136 Rainmaker vs. Kathmandu Parker Pack

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 RainmakerFeatureKathmandu Parker Pack
Storage
S Compression N
None Expanded Capacity None
4 Opening 4
side Passport N
N Passthrough N
Carry
S Backpack S
N Hip Belt N
S Sternum Strap S
Inside
15 Laptop 17
3 Main Compartments 2
Y Organizer Y
Outside
× Hard Shell ×
N Rain-fly O
0 Water Bottle Holder 0
Y Water Resistant N
Material
1000D Cordura100% Recycled Polyester

Kathmandu Parker Pack

Front facing view of the Kathmandu Parker Pack
Capacity28 L
Weight0.89 kg
Dimensions50×29×24 cm
Airline fit49%
Price$90

When it comes to durability and versatility, the Greenroom136 Rainmaker pulls ahead. Constructed completely of 1000D Cordura, this robust carry-on is built to withstand the rigors of your various excursions. Weighing 1.7 pounds, with a height of 40 inches, width of 28 inches, and depth of 21 inches, its structure manages to house a capacity of 22 liters. Yet compact enough to be deemed compatible with 100% of airlines. A sturdy and water-resistant exterior shields a comprehensive organization system and a laptop compartment lauded for managing up to a 15-inch laptop. As a reviewer noted, "Overall, it’s a solid pack that values function above all else... This is one of the best value bags on the market..."

The Kathmandu Parker Pack, meanwhile, is a nod to both lightness and spaciousness. Fabricated 100% out of Recycled Polyester, this eco-friendly option weighs a mere 0.89 pounds, but commands a generous capacity of 28 liters. It extends 24 inches in height, 29 inches in width, and a considerable 50 inches in depth. 49% of airlines find this backpack an acceptable carry-on. The Parker features outstanding functional organization along with external webbing straps that can attach outdoor gear or everyday items. It provides a laptop compartment capable of accommodating a 17-inch laptop.

Customizability is central to the Greenroom136 Rainmaker's charm. Buyers will value the ability to tailor its features according to need. The necessity of a reliable, compact, and intricately organized carrier is satisfied by this backpack's design. Its sturdy and water-resistant exterior offers necessary protection, while compartments inside keep belongings in order.

If eco-friendly materials hold sway in your considerations, the Kathmandu Parker Pack emerges as the clear choice. It's not just the environment that benefits from your choice; the pack's spaciousness, light weight, and functional organization are beneficial to the user. The external webbing straps make it functional in cityscape or nature alike, inviting you to attach gear or tools. With either choice, you'll walk away with a backpack that offers value and meets multiple carrying needs.