Greenroom136 Rainmaker vs. Kathmandu Nowaki 32L Pack
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 | Kathmandu Nowaki 32L Pack |
|---|---|---|
| Storage | ||
| 4 | Compression | N |
| None | Expanded Capacity | None |
| 1 | Opening | 3 |
| side | Passport | N |
| N | Passthrough | N |
| Carry | ||
| Y | Backpack | Y |
| N | Hip Belt | Y |
| Y | Sternum Strap | Y |
| Inside | ||
| 15in | Laptop | N |
| 3 | Main Compartments | 1 |
| Y | Organizer | Y |
| Outside | ||
| × | Hard Shell | × |
| N | Rain-fly | optional |
| N | Water Bottle Holder | 2 |
| Y | Water Resistant | N |
| Material | |
| 1000D Cordura | 100% Polyester |
Kathmandu Nowaki 32L Pack
| Capacity | 32 L |
| Weight | 1.04 kg |
| Dimensions | 62×29×26 cm |
| Airline fit | 3% |
| Price | $200 |
Key differences between the Greenroom136 Rainmaker and Kathmandu Nowaki 32L Pack
- Compression straps: 4 on the Greenroom136 Rainmaker; No on the Kathmandu Nowaki 32L Pack.
- Opening: Clamshell on the Greenroom136 Rainmaker; Top flap on the Kathmandu Nowaki 32L Pack.
- Passport pocket: Side on the Greenroom136 Rainmaker; No on the Kathmandu Nowaki 32L Pack.
- Hip belt: No on the Greenroom136 Rainmaker; Yes on the Kathmandu Nowaki 32L Pack.
- Laptop sleeve: 15in on the Greenroom136 Rainmaker; No on the Kathmandu Nowaki 32L Pack.
- Main compartments: 3 on the Greenroom136 Rainmaker; 1 on the Kathmandu Nowaki 32L Pack.
- Rain cover: No on the Greenroom136 Rainmaker; Optional on the Kathmandu Nowaki 32L Pack.
- Water bottle pockets: No on the Greenroom136 Rainmaker; 2 on the Kathmandu Nowaki 32L Pack.
- Water resistant: Yes on the Greenroom136 Rainmaker; No on the Kathmandu Nowaki 32L Pack.
Both have: backpack straps, sternum strap, built-in organizer.
Which airlines take each bag as a carry-on
We checked both bags against the carry-on size limits of 189 airlines. 5 accept both. 182 accept only the Greenroom136 Rainmaker, and 0 accept only the Kathmandu Nowaki 32L Pack.
Only the Greenroom136 Rainmaker fits
Aegean Airlines, Aer Lingus, Aeroflot, Aerolineas Argentinas, Aeromexico, Air Asia, Air Astana, Air Baltic, Air Canada, Air Caraibes, Air China, Air Europa, Air France, Air India, Air Koryo, Air Macau, Air Malta, Air Mauritius, Air Niugini, Air Nostrum, Air Serbia, Air Seychelles, Air Tahiti, Air Tahiti Nui, Air Wisconsin, AirAsiaX, Alaska Airlines, All Nipon Airways, Allegiant Air, American Airlines, American Eagle, ANA, Asiana Airlines, ATA Airlines, Atlas Global, Austrian, Avianca , Azerbaijan Airlines, Azul Linhas, Bahamasair, Bangkok Airways, Belavia, Biman Bangladesh, Blue Air, Boliviana de Aviacion, British Airways, Brussels Airlines, Bulgaria Air, Cambodia Angkor Air, Caribbean Airlines, Cathay Pacific, Cayman Airways, Cebu Pacific, China Airlines, China Eastern, China Southern, CommutAir, Conviasa, Copa Airlines, Croatia Air, Cubana de Aviacion, Czech Airlines, Delta Airlines, Dragonair, easyJet, EL AL, Emirates Airlines, Enter Air, Ethiopian Airlines, Etihad Airways, Eurowings, EVA Air, Fiji Airways, Finnair, Flair Air, flybe, Frontier Airlines, Garuda Indonesia, Gol Linhas Aereas, Great Lakes Airlines, Gulf Air, Hainan Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines, Hong Kong Airlines, Iberia, Icelandair, Indigo, InselAir, Interjet, Iran Air, Iran Aseman Air, Japan Airlines, Jet Airways, Jet2, jetBlue Airways, Jetstar Airways, Jetstar Asia, Juneyao Airlines, Kenya Airways, KLM, Korean Air, Kulula, Kuwait Air, LATAM , LC Perú, Liat Airlines, Lion Air Group, LOT Polish, Lufthansa, Luxair, Mahan Air, Malaysia Airlines, Mango, Meridiana Fly, Mesa Airlines, Middle East Airlines, Monarch Airlines, Nordwind Airlines, Norwegian, Oman Air, Onur Air, Pakistan International, Peach, PenAir, Philippine Airlines, Porter Airlines, Qantas Airways, Qatar Airways, Ravn Alaska, Regional Express, Republic Airways, Royal Air Morocco, Royal Brunei Airlines, Royal Jordanian, Ryanair, S7, SAS Scandinavian, Saudi Arabian Airlines, Scoot, Shandong Airlines, Shenzhen Airlines, Sichuan Airlines, SilkAir, Silver Airways, Singapore Airlines, Sky Airlines, Skywest, Inc., South African Airways, Southwest Airlines, SpiceJet, Spirit Airlines, Spring Airlines, SriLankan Airlines, Sun Country, Sun Express, Swiss Int'l Air Lines, TAAG Angola, TAM Airlines, TAP Air Portugal, TAROM, Thai Airways, Tianjin Airlines (A320 & E190), Tiger Airways, Trans States, Travel Service Airlines, TUI, Turkish Airlines, Ukraine International, United Airlines, Ural Airlines, Uzbekistan Air, Vietnam Airlines, VIM Airlines (Closed), Virgin Atlantic, Virgin Australia, VivaColombia, Volaris, Volotea, WestJet, Wizz Air, WOW Airlines, Xiamen.
The Greenroom136 Rainmaker is designed for travelers who value functionality and customizability. Standing at an impressive 40 inches tall and weighing in at 1.7 pounds, this hearty backpack certainly strikes a commanding figure. One of its many standout features is its airline compatibility rate of 100%—allowing you to traverse the globe without constant anxiety about whether or not your trusty carry-on will be given the green light. Made of 1000D Cordura, the Rainmaker promises sturdy and water-resistant quality.
On the other hand, the Kathmandu Nowaki 32L Pack, although smaller in size and lighter at 1.04 pounds, boasts a larger capacity of 32 liters. With its polyester build, it emphasizes comfort by featuring a breathable Air Pod System with climaticZONING. The drawback, however, is its restriction to only 19% of the airlines, which may pose a limitation for jet-setters planning extensive global exploration.
Here's a succinct comparison table to put things into perspective:
- Size: Greenroom136 Rainmaker (40", 28", 21") versus Kathmandu Nowaki 32L (26", 29", 62")
- Weight: Rainmaker (1.7 lbs) versus Nowaki 32L (1.04 lbs)
- Capacity: Rainmaker (22 L) versus Nowaki 32L (32 L)
- Airline Compatibility: Rainmaker (100%) versus Nowaki 32L (19%)
- Material: Rainmaker (1000D Cordura) versus Nowaki 32L (100% Polyester)
- Laptop Compartment Size: Rainmaker (15") versus Nowaki 32L (0")
The Greenroom136 Rainmaker is recognized by users as a solid everyday carry pack that can effectively contain gadgets such as laptops and Ipads. Its customizable features help deliver a personalized user experience. Notably, reviews often point out the Rainmaker's strength in organization, the abundance of compartments facilitating effortlessly systematic packing.
The Kathmandu Nowaki 32L Pack, despite its lower aeroplane compatibility, shines with its Air Pod System, a comfortable and breathable back harness that makes for easy carriage on long hikes and treks. Users appreciate the multiple attachment loops on the bag's exterior adding extra functionality. Constructed with a high-quality workmanship in mind, the Nowaki 32L is praised as a durable companion. With these backpacks, choosing the suitable one would boil down to one's needs, frequency of travel, and personal lifestyle preferences.