Greenroom136 Rainmaker vs. Exped Impulse 30
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 | Exped Impulse 30 |
|---|---|---|
| Storage | ||
| S | Compression | S |
| None | Expanded Capacity | None |
| 4 | Opening | 4 |
| side | Passport | N |
| N | Passthrough | N |
| Carry | ||
| S | Backpack | S |
| N | Hip Belt | R |
| S | Sternum Strap | S |
| Inside | ||
| 15 | Laptop | 0 |
| 3 | Main Compartments | 1 |
| Y | Organizer | N |
| Outside | ||
| × | Hard Shell | × |
| N | Rain-fly | N |
| 0 | Water Bottle Holder | 2 |
| Y | Water Resistant | Y |
| Material | |
| 1000D Cordura | 210 D Robic HD Ripstop Nylon Carbonate PU, 2'500 mm water column |
The Greenroom136 Rainmaker and Exped Impulse 30 are two serious contenders in the carry-on backpack arena. The Rainmaker stands tall at 40 inches, creates quite a bit of room with its 21 inches of depth and 28 inches width, thus giving a capacity of 22 liters. It's made of robust 1000D Cordura and weighs only 1.7 pounds. With its perfect compatibility with all airlines, it is designed keeping a versatile traveler in mind. The jewel in the crown is its laptop compartment that can carry a 15 inch device. Reviewers have lauded its value for money, secure laptop compartment, and its function-first philosophy.
In contrast, the Exped Impulse 30 is compact yet generous. It measures 21 inches in height, 30 inches in width, and offers a deep 55 inches of depth, bringing its total capacity to 30 liters. Despite its capacity, it weighs almost nothing. The Impulse 30 carries the benefit of a 63% airline compatibility rate. The backpack fabric is a unique blend of 210 D Robic HD Ripstop Nylon Carbonate PU, with a 2'500 mm water column, making it capable of withstanding the challenges of both urban and mountain landscapes—it's both sturdy and water-resistant. Albeit lacking a built-in laptop compartment, reviewers have praised its thoughtful internal organization and functional design.
Summary of Differences:
- Size: Greenroom136 Rainmaker is bigger than the Exped Impulse 30
- Weight: Rainmaker weighs 1.7 pounds, while Impulse 30 weighs none
- Capacity: Impulse 30 has more capacity (30 liters) than the Rainmaker (22 liters)
- Airlines Compatibility: Rainmaker is compatible with all airlines, whereas Impulse 30 is compatible with 63%
- Material: Rainmaker uses 1000D Cordura and Impulse 30 uses 210 D Robic HD Ripstop Nylon Carbonate PU
- Laptop Compartment: Rainmaker can fit a 15 inch laptop, Impulse 30 lacks this feature
In conclusion, both the Greenroom136 Rainmaker and the Exped Impulse 30 have their selling points. The Rainmaker is a real boon for the tech-savvy travelers with its laptop-friendly design and universal airline compatibility. Its customizability and functional organization are also definite plus points. Conversely, the Impulse 30 shines bright with its durability and spaciousness. It boasts thoughtful features like a removable hip belt with pockets, and its durability further prizes it as a reliable companion for both urban and wilderness journeys. Choosing between these two will ultimately depend on your unique carry-on needs.