Greenroom136 Rainmaker vs. Eagle Creek Global Companion 40L Women's Fit
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 | Eagle Creek Global Companion 40L Women's Fit |
|---|---|---|
| Storage | ||
| 4 | Compression | Y |
| None | Expanded Capacity | None |
| 1 | Opening | 1 |
| side | Passport | N |
| N | Passthrough | N |
| Carry | ||
| Y | Backpack | Y |
| N | Hip Belt | Y |
| Y | Sternum Strap | Y |
| Inside | ||
| 15in | Laptop | 17in |
| 3 | Main Compartments | 1 |
| Y | Organizer | Y |
| Outside | ||
| × | Hard Shell | × |
| N | Rain-fly | hideable |
| N | Water Bottle Holder | 2 |
| Y | Water Resistant | Y |
| Material | |
| 1000D Cordura | 450D Geo Ripstop, Bi-Tech™, 600D Helix™ Poly |
Eagle Creek Global Companion 40L Women's Fit
| Capacity | 40 L |
| Weight | 1.59 kg |
| Dimensions | 55×35×20 cm |
| Airline fit | 86% |
| Price | $159 |
Key differences between the Greenroom136 Rainmaker and Eagle Creek Global Companion 40L Women's Fit
- Compression straps: 4 on the Greenroom136 Rainmaker; Yes on the Eagle Creek Global Companion 40L Women's Fit.
- Passport pocket: Side on the Greenroom136 Rainmaker; No on the Eagle Creek Global Companion 40L Women's Fit.
- Hip belt: No on the Greenroom136 Rainmaker; Yes on the Eagle Creek Global Companion 40L Women's Fit.
- Laptop sleeve: 15in on the Greenroom136 Rainmaker; 17in on the Eagle Creek Global Companion 40L Women's Fit.
- Main compartments: 3 on the Greenroom136 Rainmaker; 1 on the Eagle Creek Global Companion 40L Women's Fit.
- Rain cover: No on the Greenroom136 Rainmaker; Hideable on the Eagle Creek Global Companion 40L Women's Fit.
- Water bottle pockets: No on the Greenroom136 Rainmaker; 2 on the Eagle Creek Global Companion 40L Women's Fit.
Both have: backpack straps, sternum strap, built-in organizer, water resistant.
Which airlines take each bag as a carry-on
We checked both bags against the carry-on size limits of 189 airlines. 162 accept both. 25 accept only the Greenroom136 Rainmaker, and 0 accept only the Eagle Creek Global Companion 40L Women's Fit.
Only the Greenroom136 Rainmaker fits
Air Niugini, Air Tahiti, American Eagle, Belavia, Cayman Airways, easyJet, Etihad Airways, Great Lakes Airlines, Gulf Air, LC Perú, Liat Airlines, Lion Air Group, Oman Air, Qatar Airways, Ravn Alaska, Regional Express, Royal Jordanian, Scoot, Spring Airlines, Tiger Airways, Virgin Australia, VivaColombia, Volaris, WestJet, Wizz Air.
When it comes to carry-on backpacks, the Greenroom136 Rainmaker and the Eagle Creek Global Companion 40L Women's Fit are two premium choices, sporting a variety of commendable features between them. The Greenroom136 Rainmaker is an amalgamation of function and customization. Crafted from 1000D Cordura, it sports a sturdy, water-resistant exterior - ideal for the seasoned or spontaneous traveler. One of its finest features is the sheer amount of organizational capacity it offers, ensuring all your essentials have a spot. Its laptop compartment accommodates a 15-inch laptop, and the entire body displays an impressive capacity of 22 liters.
The Eagle Creek Global Companion 40L Women's Fit stands tall at 20 inches and matches that stature with a broad 55-inch width and a 35-inch depth. Made from 450D Geo Ripstop, Bi-Tech™, and 600D Helix™ Poly, durability is built right into its design, enhanced by the inclusion of a rain cover. Its compatibility with women's body types makes it an ideal partner on the road, boosting comfortability. With a laptop compartment fit for 17 inches laptops, it sets the bar high for capacity with a whopping 40 liters.
The contrast between the two backpacks can be summarized as follows:
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The Greenroom136 Rainmaker stands at 40 inches tall, 28 inches wide, and 21 inches deep and is compatible with all airlines. Eagle Creek's model reaches 20 inches in height, 55 in width, 35 in depth and only compatible with 77% of airlines.
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Weighing 1.7 pounds, the Rainmaker offers 22 liters of carrying space. The Global Companion weighs slightly less at 1.59 pounds but offers almost twice the space at 40 liters.
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The Rainmaker uses 1000D Cordura in its construction, whereas the Global Companion is produced from 450D Geo Ripstop, Bi-Tech™, and 600D Helix™ Poly, providing weather resistance and durability.
Reviewers have praised the customizable functionality of the Rainmaker, lauding it as the "complete package at an amazing price". On the other hand, the Global Companion has been appreciated for its womens' fit and organization pockets, making it comfortable to use even when fully packed.
Therefore, in the quest for the perfect backpack, your choice lies between the versatile Greenroom136 Rainmaker's superior functionality and customizability, and the Eagle Creek Global Companion 40L Womens' Fit with its durability and comfortable design. Both are certainly worthy competitors, but ultimately, the scales tip in favour of your personal preference.