Greenroom136 Rainmaker vs. Patagonia Guidewater Backpack 29L
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 | Patagonia Guidewater Backpack 29L |
|---|---|---|
| Storage | ||
| 4 | Compression | N |
| None | Expanded Capacity | None |
| 1 | Opening | 4 |
| 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 | N |
| Outside | ||
| × | Hard Shell | × |
| N | Rain-fly | N |
| N | Water Bottle Holder | N |
| Y | Water Resistant | |
| Material | |
| 1000D Cordura | 00% recycled nylon plain weave |
Patagonia Guidewater Backpack 29L
| Capacity | 29 L |
| Weight | 0.96 kg |
| Dimensions | 54×35×23 cm |
| Airline fit | 69% |
Key differences between the Greenroom136 Rainmaker and Patagonia Guidewater Backpack 29L
- Compression straps: 4 on the Greenroom136 Rainmaker; No on the Patagonia Guidewater Backpack 29L.
- Opening: Clamshell on the Greenroom136 Rainmaker; Top zip on the Patagonia Guidewater Backpack 29L.
- Passport pocket: Side on the Greenroom136 Rainmaker; No on the Patagonia Guidewater Backpack 29L.
- Hip belt: No on the Greenroom136 Rainmaker; Yes on the Patagonia Guidewater Backpack 29L.
- Laptop sleeve: 15in on the Greenroom136 Rainmaker; No on the Patagonia Guidewater Backpack 29L.
- Main compartments: 3 on the Greenroom136 Rainmaker; 1 on the Patagonia Guidewater Backpack 29L.
- Built-in organizer: Yes on the Greenroom136 Rainmaker; No on the Patagonia Guidewater Backpack 29L.
Both have: backpack straps, sternum strap.
Which airlines take each bag as a carry-on
We checked both bags against the carry-on size limits of 189 airlines. 130 accept both. 57 accept only the Greenroom136 Rainmaker, and 0 accept only the Patagonia Guidewater Backpack 29L.
Only the Greenroom136 Rainmaker fits
Air Baltic, Air China, Air Malta, Air Niugini, Air Serbia, Air Seychelles, Air Tahiti, American Eagle, Asiana Airlines, ATA Airlines, Belavia, Blue Air, Bulgaria Air, Cayman Airways, China Eastern, easyJet, Emirates Airlines, Enter Air, Etihad Airways, flybe, Great Lakes Airlines, Gulf Air, Icelandair, InselAir, Juneyao Airlines, LC Perú, Liat Airlines, Lion Air Group, Luxair, Meridiana Fly, Nordwind Airlines, Oman Air, Pakistan International, Qatar Airways, Ravn Alaska, Regional Express, Royal Brunei Airlines, Royal Jordanian, Ryanair, S7, Shandong Airlines, Shenzhen Airlines, Spring Airlines, Sun Express, TAP Air Portugal, TAROM, Tianjin Airlines (A320 & E190), TUI, Ukraine International, VIM Airlines (Closed), Virgin Australia, VivaColombia, Volaris, Volotea, WestJet, Wizz Air, Xiamen.
When it comes to carry-on backpacks, it simply boils down to your specific needs and preferences. Let's take a closer look at two different carry-on backpacks – the Greenroom136 Rainmaker and the Patagonia Guidewater Backpack 29L.
The Greenroom136 Rainmaker is a staunch contender in this category, with its impressive 22-liter capacity. At 40 by 28 by 21 inches, it fits into the overhead compartment of all airlines. Crafted out of tough 1000D Cordura, it stands up to abuse well and features a laptop compartment that accommodates a 15-inch laptop. Weighing in at 1.7 pounds, it is sturdy, versatile, and water-resistant while favoring functionality over everything else. Despite its astonishing capabilities, it remains lightweight, making it an excellent choice for daily commuting or short trips.
As for the Patagonia Guidewater Backpack 29L, it's slightly larger with a height, width, and depth of 54, 23, and 35 inches respectively. This backpack only fits in 65% of airline carry-on bins. However, don't let the size deter you; with a remarkable capacity of 29 liters, its 100% recycled nylon plain weave construction makes it completely waterproof. Weighing only 0.96 pounds, it is exceptionally light while somehow managing to sacrifice zero durability. Unlike the Greenroom136, it's notable for the absence of a laptop compartment.
In summary:
- Greenroom136 Rainmaker: 22 liters, fits 100% airlines, 1000D Cordura, 1.7 lbs, Has laptop compartment (up to 15 inches).
- Patagonia Guidewater Backpack: 29 liters, fits 65% airlines, 100% recycled nylon, .96 lbs, No laptop compartment.
Each bag has its strengths – the Rainmaker's edge lies in its customizability and organization, the Guidewater's in its lightness and waterproof prowess. The Greenroom136 is well-reviewed as being reliable, worth the price, and extraordinarily customizable. Meanwhile, the Patagonia's main selling point lies in its lightness and complete water-resistance. It all depends on whether you'd be more comfortable carrying a compact, organized pack like the Rainmaker or a lightweight, capacious one like the Guidewater. Either way, you really can't go wrong.