Greenroom136 Rainmaker vs. Exped Metro 30
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 | Exped Metro 30 |
|---|---|---|
| Storage | ||
| 4 | Compression | N |
| None | Expanded Capacity | None |
| 1 | Opening | 2 |
| side | Passport | N |
| N | Passthrough | N |
| Carry | ||
| Y | Backpack | Y |
| N | Hip Belt | hideable |
| Y | Sternum Strap | Y |
| Inside | ||
| 15in | Laptop | 15in |
| 3 | Main Compartments | 1 |
| Y | Organizer | N |
| Outside | ||
| × | Hard Shell | × |
| N | Rain-fly | N |
| N | Water Bottle Holder | 2 |
| Y | Water Resistant | Y |
| Material | |
| 1000D Cordura | 600 D ripstop polyester, PU coated, 1'200 mm water column |
Key differences between the Greenroom136 Rainmaker and Exped Metro 30
- Compression straps: 4 on the Greenroom136 Rainmaker; No on the Exped Metro 30.
- Opening: Clamshell on the Greenroom136 Rainmaker; Rolltop on the Exped Metro 30.
- Passport pocket: Side on the Greenroom136 Rainmaker; No on the Exped Metro 30.
- Hip belt: No on the Greenroom136 Rainmaker; Hideable on the Exped Metro 30.
- Main compartments: 3 on the Greenroom136 Rainmaker; 1 on the Exped Metro 30.
- Built-in organizer: Yes on the Greenroom136 Rainmaker; No on the Exped Metro 30.
- Water bottle pockets: No on the Greenroom136 Rainmaker; 2 on the Exped Metro 30.
Both have: backpack straps, sternum strap, laptop sleeve, water resistant.
Which airlines take each bag as a carry-on
We checked both bags against the carry-on size limits of 189 airlines. 88 accept both. 99 accept only the Greenroom136 Rainmaker, and 0 accept only the Exped Metro 30.
Only the Greenroom136 Rainmaker fits
Aer Lingus, Aeroflot, Aerolineas Argentinas, Aeromexico, Air Baltic, Air Canada, Air Caraibes, Air China, Air France, Air India, Air Malta, Air Mauritius, Air Niugini, Air Serbia, Air Seychelles, Air Tahiti, All Nipon Airways, American Eagle, ANA, Asiana Airlines, ATA Airlines, Austrian, Azerbaijan Airlines, Belavia, Blue Air, Boliviana de Aviacion, Brussels Airlines, Bulgaria Air, China Eastern, Czech Airlines, easyJet, Emirates Airlines, Enter Air, Ethiopian Airlines, Etihad Airways, Eurowings, Fiji Airways, Flair Air, flybe, Gol Linhas Aereas, Great Lakes Airlines, Gulf Air, Iberia, Icelandair, Indigo, InselAir, Interjet, Iran Air, Japan Airlines, Jet Airways, Juneyao Airlines, Kenya Airways, KLM, LATAM , LC Perú, Liat Airlines, Lion Air Group, LOT Polish, Lufthansa, Luxair, Mahan Air, Meridiana Fly, Mesa Airlines, Nordwind Airlines, Norwegian, Oman Air, Pakistan International, Peach, Porter Airlines, Qatar Airways, Ravn Alaska, Regional Express, Royal Brunei Airlines, Royal Jordanian, Ryanair, S7, SAS Scandinavian, Scoot, Shandong Airlines, Shenzhen Airlines, Sky Airlines, Spring Airlines, Sun Express, Swiss Int'l Air Lines, TAP Air Portugal, TAROM, Tianjin Airlines (A320 & E190), Tiger Airways, TUI, Turkish Airlines, Ukraine International, VIM Airlines (Closed), Virgin Australia, VivaColombia, Volaris, Volotea, WestJet, Wizz Air, Xiamen.
When it comes to travelling light, there are few things more essential than a reliable carry on backpack. That's where the Greenroom136 Rainmaker and the Exped Metro 30 come in, two backpacks that prove size does not always correlate with efficiency. Both the Greenroom136 Rainmaker and the Exped Metro 30 serve as excellent examples of how to conveniently pack for a quick getaway or daily commuting, but they approach this in different ways.
The Greenroom136 Rainmaker's design seems to put function above everything else. Woven from tough 1000D Cordura, this backpack stands 40 inches tall, and it has a storage capacity of 22L. Weighing just 1.7 pounds, it conveniently fits airline carry-on size specifications making it 100% compatible. Besides, there is added functionality with a 15-inch laptop compartment and several other customizable organization options. Reviewers laud it as a solid pack that values function and versatility and reveres it as one of the best handmade EDC packs on the market.
- Size & Weight: Greenroom136 Rainmaker (40in x 28in x 21in, 1.7lbs) vs Exped Metro 30 (19in x 29in x 56in, 0.8lbs)
- Capacity: Greenroom136 Rainmaker (22L) vs Exped Metro 30 (28L)
- Material: Greenroom136 Rainmaker (1000D Cordura) vs Exped Metro 30 (600 D ripstop polyester, PU coated)
- Compatibility with airlines: Greenroom136 Rainmaker (100% compatible) vs Exped Metro 30 (47% compatible)
- Laptop Compartment: Both can accommodate a 15-inch laptop
However, the Exped Metro 30 does not fall far behind either. Standing at only 19 inches tall, weighing lighter at 0.8 pounds, and encompassing 28 liters of capacity, the Exped Metro 30 proves to be a compact yet spacious option. It's crafted out of 600D ripstop polyester that's PU coated and waterproof, protecting your gear come rain or shine. But note that it only fits 47% of airline carry-on size specifications. Besides, it has a sleek minimal design that reviewers appreciate for urban settings and its BlueSign Certification denotes its sustainable manufacturing process. Functionality-wise, its liter-independent laptop compartment offers convenience.
In conclusion, choosing between the Greenroom136 Rainmaker and the Exped Metro 30 boils down to your personal preferences and needs. The Greenroom136 Rainmaker excels in functionality, durability, and customization. It’s ideal if you like a bag that allows you to pack neatly with multiple compartments and you travel a lot, especially by flying. On the other hand, if you value lightness, aesthetic simplicity, ample storage space, and environmentally-friendly options, then the Exped Metro 30 is your go-to choice. But neither backpack disappoints in their own right.