Greenroom136 Rainmaker vs. Fjallraven Kaipak 28
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 | Fjallraven Kaipak 28 |
|---|---|---|
| Storage | ||
| 4 | Compression | Y |
| None | Expanded Capacity | None |
| 1 | Opening | 4 |
| side | Passport | N |
| N | Passthrough | N |
| Carry | ||
| Y | Backpack | Y |
| N | Hip Belt | removable |
| Y | Sternum Strap | removable |
| Inside | ||
| 15in | Laptop | N |
| 3 | Main Compartments | 1 |
| Y | Organizer | |
| Outside | ||
| × | Hard Shell | × |
| N | Rain-fly | Y |
| N | Water Bottle Holder | 2 |
| Y | Water Resistant | Y |
| Material | |
| 1000D Cordura | G-1000® HeavyDuty Eco S: 65% polyester, 35% cotton 100% polyamide 500D |
Fjallraven Kaipak 28
| Capacity | 28 L |
| Weight | 1.05 kg |
| Dimensions | 57×28×21 cm |
| Airline fit | 17% |
| Price | $150 |
Key differences between the Greenroom136 Rainmaker and Fjallraven Kaipak 28
- Compression straps: 4 on the Greenroom136 Rainmaker; Yes on the Fjallraven Kaipak 28.
- Opening: Clamshell on the Greenroom136 Rainmaker; Top zip on the Fjallraven Kaipak 28.
- Passport pocket: Side on the Greenroom136 Rainmaker; No on the Fjallraven Kaipak 28.
- Hip belt: No on the Greenroom136 Rainmaker; Removable on the Fjallraven Kaipak 28.
- Sternum strap: Yes on the Greenroom136 Rainmaker; Removable on the Fjallraven Kaipak 28.
- Laptop sleeve: 15in on the Greenroom136 Rainmaker; No on the Fjallraven Kaipak 28.
- Main compartments: 3 on the Greenroom136 Rainmaker; 1 on the Fjallraven Kaipak 28.
- Rain cover: No on the Greenroom136 Rainmaker; Yes on the Fjallraven Kaipak 28.
- Water bottle pockets: No on the Greenroom136 Rainmaker; 2 on the Fjallraven Kaipak 28.
Both have: backpack straps, water resistant.
Which airlines take each bag as a carry-on
We checked both bags against the carry-on size limits of 189 airlines. 32 accept both. 155 accept only the Greenroom136 Rainmaker, and 0 accept only the Fjallraven Kaipak 28.
Only the Greenroom136 Rainmaker fits
Aegean Airlines, Aer Lingus, Aeroflot, Aerolineas Argentinas, Aeromexico, Air Asia, Air Astana, Air Baltic, Air Canada, Air Caraibes, Air China, Air France, Air India, Air Macau, Air Malta, Air Mauritius, Air Niugini, Air Nostrum, Air Serbia, Air Seychelles, Air Tahiti, Air Wisconsin, AirAsiaX, Alaska Airlines, All Nipon Airways, Allegiant Air, American Airlines, American Eagle, ANA, Asiana Airlines, ATA Airlines, Atlas Global, Austrian, Avianca , Azerbaijan Airlines, Bahamasair, Bangkok Airways, Belavia, Biman Bangladesh, Blue Air, Boliviana de Aviacion, British Airways, Brussels Airlines, Bulgaria Air, Cambodia Angkor Air, Cathay Pacific, Cebu Pacific, China Airlines, China Eastern, CommutAir, Copa Airlines, Czech Airlines, Delta Airlines, Dragonair, easyJet, EL AL, Emirates Airlines, Enter Air, Ethiopian Airlines, Etihad Airways, Eurowings, EVA Air, Fiji Airways, Finnair, Flair Air, flybe, Garuda Indonesia, Gol Linhas Aereas, Great Lakes Airlines, Gulf Air, Hawaiian Airlines, Hong Kong Airlines, Iberia, Icelandair, Indigo, InselAir, Interjet, Iran Air, Iran Aseman Air, Japan Airlines, Jet Airways, Jet2, jetBlue Airways, Jetstar Airways, Jetstar Asia, Juneyao Airlines, Kenya Airways, KLM, Kulula, Kuwait Air, LATAM , LC Perú, Liat Airlines, Lion Air Group, LOT Polish, Lufthansa, Luxair, Mahan Air, Malaysia Airlines, Mango, Meridiana Fly, Mesa Airlines, Middle East Airlines, Monarch Airlines, Nordwind Airlines, Norwegian, Oman Air, Onur Air, Pakistan International, Peach, Porter Airlines, Qantas Airways, Qatar Airways, Ravn Alaska, Regional Express, Republic Airways, Royal Brunei Airlines, Royal Jordanian, Ryanair, S7, SAS Scandinavian, Scoot, Shandong Airlines, Shenzhen Airlines, Sky Airlines, Skywest, Inc., South African Airways, Spirit Airlines, Spring Airlines, SriLankan Airlines, Sun Express, Swiss Int'l Air Lines, TAP Air Portugal, TAROM, Thai Airways, Tianjin Airlines (A320 & E190), Tiger Airways, Trans States, Travel Service Airlines, TUI, Turkish Airlines, Ukraine International, United Airlines, Uzbekistan Air, Vietnam Airlines, VIM Airlines (Closed), Virgin Atlantic, Virgin Australia, VivaColombia, Volaris, Volotea, WestJet, Wizz Air, WOW Airlines, Xiamen.
When it comes to choosing the ideal carry-on backpack, there are two serious contenders to consider. On one side, we have the Greenroom136 Rainmaker, a formidable powerhouse noted for its function-first approach. On the other hand, we have the Fjallraven Kaipak 28, a sleek combination of usability and style that prides itself on eco-friendly construction.
The Greenroom136 Rainmaker comes with an impressive 22 liters of capacity, housed within a 1000D Cordura frame. This sturdy, water-resistant exterior boasts a solid backpack, ergonomic and extremely customizable. Adding to its persona are testimonials that tag it as a high-function, high-value backpack, suitable for everyday carry (EDC), even capable of carrying your laptop with ease. However, those seeking to use the Rainmaker for overnight trips are advised to adopt a minimalistic, ultralight strategy.
- Size: Greenroom136 Rainmaker (40x28x21 inches); Fjallraven Kaipak 28 (21x28x57 inches)
- Weight: Greenroom136 Rainmaker (1.7 lbs), Fjallraven Kaipak 28 (1.05 lbs)
- Capacity: Greenroom136 Rainmaker (22 liters), Fjallraven Kaipak 28 (28 liters)
- Airline Compatibility: Greenroom136 Rainmaker (100%), Fjallraven Kaipak 28 (30%)
- Material: Greenroom136 Rainmaker (1000D Cordura), Fjallraven Kaipak 28 (65% polyester, 35% cotton 100% polyamide 500D)
- Laptop Compartment Size: Greenroom136 Rainmaker (15 inches), Fjallraven Kaipak 28 (0 inches)
The Fjallraven Kaipak 28 packs a punch with a whopping 28 liters of capacity, all while managing a lighter weight of just 1.05 pounds. Crafted from the eco-friendly G-1000® HeavyDuty Eco S blend, this strong and earth-loving bag offers unrivaled sustainability over time. Practical aspects involve a large front zippered pocket and attached loop provisions for extra gears. Despite its larger capacity, the Kaipak 28 remains comfortable even when fully packed. Albeit, a notable absence is the laptop compartment.
Bottom line: the Greenroom136 Rainmaker offers functional robustness with versatility, while the Fjallraven Kaipak 28 scores high on capacity, comfort, and eco-friendliness. Therefore, your choice rests on what you value the most: customizability and organization, or lighter weight with greater capacity and a hint of earth-friendly design.