Greenroom136 Rainmaker vs. Timbuk2 Aviator
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 | Timbuk2 Aviator |
|---|---|---|
| Storage | ||
| S | Compression | |
| None | Expanded Capacity | None |
| 4 | Opening | 0 |
| side | Passport | |
| N | Passthrough | |
| Carry | ||
| S | Backpack | |
| N | Hip Belt | |
| S | Sternum Strap | |
| Inside | ||
| 15 | Laptop | |
| 3 | Main Compartments | 0 |
| Y | Organizer | |
| Outside | ||
| × | Hard Shell | × |
| N | Rain-fly | |
| 0 | Water Bottle Holder | |
| Y | Water Resistant | |
| Material | |
| 1000D Cordura | |
Let's take a look at the Greenroom136 Rainmaker and the Timbuk2 Aviator. Greenroom136's Rainmaker is a 1.7-pound, 40 inches tall, 28 inches wide, and 21 inches deep carry-on backpack. It's made from rugged 1000D Cordura and can hold 22 liters of content, making it a lightweight companion for your travels. One of the Rainmaker's prominent features is its laptop compartment that snugly fits a 15-inch laptop. It's compatible with 100% of airlines, so you won't have a problem flying with it. Reviewers have praised its sturdy, water-resistant exterior, versatile customizable features, and superb organization options.
In contrast, the Aviator by Thule's subsidiary, Timbuk2, is a larger carry-on at 24 inches tall, 58 inches wide, and 39 inches deep. Despite the increased size, it's only a tad heavier at 2 pounds. With a 30-liter capacity, it can hold substantially more. Unlike the Rainmaker, the Aviator skips the laptop compartment. It's compatible with a less impressive 91% of airlines.
Here's a bullet-point comparison:
- Size: Rainmaker (40x28x21 inches), Aviator (24x58x39 inches)
- Weight: Rainmaker's 1.7 pounds vs. Aviator's 2 pounds
- Capacity: Rainmaker's 22 liters vs. Aviator's 30 liters
- Airline compatibility: Rainmaker (100%), Aviator (91%)
- Material: Rainmaker is made of 1000D Cordura. Aviator's material information is not provided
- Laptop compartment: Only Rainmaker has it (fits a 15-inch laptop).
Reviewers have stated about the Greenroom136 Rainmaker "Overall, it's a solid pack that values function above all else. And all of the customizability options are incredible", "This is one of the best value bags on the market, hands down", and "The Rainmaker by Greenroom136 is the complete package at an amazing price." These serve as ringing endorsements of the Rainmaker's function, flexibility, and value for money.
If you're looking for a sturdy, highly customizable, and travel-friendly backpack, the Rainmaker definitely has the upper hand. But if size and capacity are top priorities, and lack of a laptop compartment isn't a deal-breaker, the larger Timbuk2 Aviator might be your go-to carry-on partner.