Greenroom136 Rainmaker vs. Exped Serac 25
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 Serac 25 |
|---|---|---|
| Storage | ||
| 4 | Compression | N |
| None | Expanded Capacity | None |
| 1 | Opening | 3 |
| side | Passport | N |
| N | Passthrough | N |
| Carry | ||
| Y | Backpack | Y |
| N | Hip Belt | removable |
| 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 | Y |
| Material | |
| 1000D Cordura | 420 D ripstop nylon, TPU film laminate, >10'000 mm water column |
Key differences between the Greenroom136 Rainmaker and Exped Serac 25
- Compression straps: 4 on the Greenroom136 Rainmaker; No on the Exped Serac 25.
- Opening: Clamshell on the Greenroom136 Rainmaker; Top flap on the Exped Serac 25.
- Passport pocket: Side on the Greenroom136 Rainmaker; No on the Exped Serac 25.
- Hip belt: No on the Greenroom136 Rainmaker; Removable on the Exped Serac 25.
- Laptop sleeve: 15in on the Greenroom136 Rainmaker; No on the Exped Serac 25.
- Main compartments: 3 on the Greenroom136 Rainmaker; 1 on the Exped Serac 25.
- Built-in organizer: Yes on the Greenroom136 Rainmaker; No on the Exped Serac 25.
Both have: backpack straps, sternum strap, water resistant.
Which airlines take each bag as a carry-on
We checked both bags against the carry-on size limits of 189 airlines. 131 accept both. 56 accept only the Greenroom136 Rainmaker, and 0 accept only the Exped Serac 25.
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, China Eastern, easyJet, Emirates Airlines, Enter Air, Etihad Airways, flybe, Gulf Air, Icelandair, InselAir, Juneyao Airlines, LC Perú, Liat Airlines, Lion Air Group, Luxair, Meridiana Fly, Nordwind Airlines, Oman Air, Qatar Airways, Ravn Alaska, Regional Express, Royal Brunei Airlines, Royal Jordanian, Ryanair, S7, Scoot, Shandong Airlines, Shenzhen Airlines, Spring Airlines, Sun Express, TAP Air Portugal, TAROM, Tianjin Airlines (A320 & E190), Tiger Airways, TUI, Ukraine International, VIM Airlines (Closed), Virgin Australia, VivaColombia, Volaris, Volotea, WestJet, Wizz Air, Xiamen.
There's a somewhat deceptive simplicity to both the Greenroom136 Rainmaker and the Exped Serac 25 that reminds me of why we love backpacks in the first place: a good one keeps our stuff secure, is comfortable to carry, and can take us from the city to the backcountry with ease. The Rainmaker, standing at 40 inches tall, is notably larger than the 21-inch-tall Serac 25, providing more storage space for longer trips, while the latter's compact size lends itself well to everyday urban adventures. Both, however, are lightweight with the Rainmaker weighing slightly heavier at 1.7 pounds compared to the Serac 25's feathery 0.765 pounds.
- The Greenroom136 Rainmaker is taller (40 inches) than the Exped Serac 25 (21 inches).
- Exped Serac 25 is lighter (0.765 pounds) compared to the Greenroom136 Rainmaker (1.7 pounds).
- The Rainmaker has lesser capacity (22 liters) than the Serac 25 (25 liters).
- Serac 25 is made of 420D ripstop nylon, TPU film laminate, >10'000 mm water column while the Rainmaker is made of 1000D Cordura.
- The Rainmaker can fit a 15-inch laptop while the Serac 25 doesn't have a laptop compartment.
In terms of materials, the Rainmaker's 1000D Cordura exterior gives it a rugged, military-esque aesthetic that laughs in the face of bad weather, while the Serac 25's 420D ripstop nylon construction exhibits a more modern, understated look that's impressively resilient. Reviewers are all praises for both backpacks, admiring the Rainmaker's customizability and value for money, and appreciating the Serac 25's alpine-ready features, fantastic overall design, and waterproof qualities.
The Greenroom136 Rainmaker is admirable because it's versatile and sturdy with excellent water resistance. Its comprehensive organization system is a bonus to keep your belongings easily accessible. On the other hand, the Exped Serac 25 impresses with its easy side zippered access, multiple attachment points for outdoor gear, and a tough yet lightweight build that's made to last while being waterproof. Natural selection in the world of backpacks will lead you either to the multi-functional urbanites' pick, the Greenroom136 Rainmaker, or the adventure seekers' companion, the Exped Serac 25. It's all about choosing the one that best fits your lifestyle.