Greenroom136 Rainmaker vs. Nomatic Travel 40L Bag
Two carry-on travel backpacks, compared spec for spec.
Greenroom136 Rainmaker
| Capacity | 22 L |
| Weight | 1.7 kg |
| Dimensions | 40×28×21 cm |
| Airline fit | 100% |
| Price | $120 |
Feature by feature
| Greenroom136 Rainmaker | Feature | Nomatic Travel 40L Bag |
|---|---|---|
| Storage | ||
| S | Compression | N |
| None | Expanded Capacity | None |
| 4 | Opening | 1 |
| side | Passport | Y |
| N | Passthrough | Y |
| Carry | ||
| S | Backpack | S |
| N | Hip Belt | R |
| S | Sternum Strap | S |
| Inside | ||
| 15 | Laptop | 15 |
| 3 | Main Compartments | 7 |
| Y | Organizer | Y |
| Outside | ||
| × | Hard Shell | × |
| N | Rain-fly | N |
| 0 | Water Bottle Holder | 0 |
| Y | Water Resistant | Y |
| Material | |
| 1000D Cordura | Tarpaulin and Ballistic 1680 D NylonWeather Resistant YKK Zippers |
Nomatic Travel 40L Bag
| Capacity | 40 L |
| Weight | 1.6 kg |
| Dimensions | 54×36×23 cm |
| Airline fit | 98% |
| Price | $240 |
The Greenroom136 Rainmaker is a robust carry-on backpack that values function above all else. It's a handmade bag, designed mainly for everyday carry, with the option of doubling as a minimalist travel bag. The Rainmaker stands at 40 inches tall, 28 inches wide, and 21 inches with a decent capacity of 22 liters. Weighing at around 1.7 pounds, it feels light on your shoulders, even when fully packed. It incorporates simple, efficient design with meticulous organization, making it one of the best minimalist offerings on the market.
In contrast, the Nomatic Travel 40L Bag is a much larger and more extensive offering that’s apparently the "most functional travel bag ever." With a taller and wide structure (54 inches tall and 36 inches wide), Nomatic indeed aimed big, reaching a capacity of 40 liters while still remaining light at only 1.6 pounds. Notably, the backpack integrates a laundry bag and shoe compartment, making itself distinctive from other carry-ons.
- Greenroom136 Rainmaker is smaller (40" tall x 28" wide) than the Nomatic Travel 40L Bag (54" tall x 36" wide)
- Greenroom136 Rainmaker weighs slightly more (1.7 lbs) than the Nomatic Bag (1.6 lbs)
- Greenroom136 Rainmaker has a smaller capacity (22L) compared to the Nomatic Bag (40L)
- Both bags are universally accepted by airlines (100% and 98% respectively)
- Both backpacks incorporate 15" laptop compartments
- Greenroom136 Rainmaker is made from 1000D Cordura, whereas the Nomatic bag is from Tarpaulin and Ballistic 1680 D Nylon Weather Resistant YKK Zippers
- The Rainmaker leans towards a minimalist design, and the Nomatic Travel Bag has unique features like laundry bag and shoe compartment
Finally, our reviewers were unanimous in their praise for both backpacks. Regarding the Greenroom136 Rainmaker, they have heaps of praise for its customizability options, sturdy and water-resistant exterior, and great organization capacity. The Nomatic Travel 40L Bag wins approval for the unique features not found in other bags like the built-in laundry bag and dedicated shoe compartment. Overall, it's hard to find fault with either of these bags, and your choice will ultimately come down to your specific needs and lifestyle.