Greenroom136 Rainmaker vs. DSPTCH Camera Ruckpack

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 RainmakerFeatureDSPTCH Camera Ruckpack
Storage
S Compression S
None Expanded Capacity None
4 Opening 3
side Passport N
N Passthrough N
Carry
S Backpack S
N Hip Belt N
S Sternum Strap S
Inside
15 Laptop 15
3 Main Compartments 1
Y Organizer Y
Outside
× Hard Shell ×
N Rain-fly N
0 Water Bottle Holder 1
Y Water Resistant Y
Material
1000D CorduraCORDURA® CLASSIC FABRIC

DSPTCH Camera Ruckpack

Front facing view of the DSPTCH Camera Ruckpack
Capacity23 L
Weight1.68 kg
Dimensions45.72×30.48×15.24 cm
Airline fit82%
Price$275

When it comes to carry-on backpacks, the Greenroom136 Rainmaker and the DSPTCH Camera Ruckpack have plenty of features to offer. The Greenroom136 Rainmaker stands at a notable 40 inches tall, 28 inches wide, and 21 inches deep, tipping the scale at 1.7 pounds. This handy pack boasts 22 liters of capacity, offering compatibility with all airlines and remarkable customizability - a feature lauded by reviewers who highlight its function above all else.

The DSPTCH Camera Ruckpack, on the other hand, measures considerably less at 15.24 inches tall, although its girth is more expansive at 45.72 inches wide and 30.48 inches deep. A slightly lesser weight of 1.68 pounds makes it an equally light companion for your travel. A little more generous on the inside, it flaits a capacity of 23 liters. Compatibility, however, falls short with only 82% of airlines. The Camera Ruckpack is no slouch when it comes to durability, courtesy of its CORDURA® CLASSIC FABRIC construction.

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Finally, why should you buy one over the other? For the Rainmaker, versatility takes centre stage. It has a bevy of customization options, a sturdy and water-resistant exterior, and an efficient organization system to keep your items in place. The Camera Ruckpack stands out with its side-accessible laptop compartment and multiple tripod attachment points. An exciting perk is its removable padded insert, converting the pack to a general-purpose bag, a boon for photographers when the camera equipment is not needed. Thus the battle of the backpacks rages on, where each has its distinctive charm and functionality to cater to versatile travel needs.