Greenroom136 Rainmaker vs. Ortlieb Atrack CR Urban
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 | Ortlieb Atrack CR Urban |
|---|---|---|
| Storage | ||
| 4 | Compression | Y |
| None | Expanded Capacity | None |
| 1 | Opening | 0 |
| 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 | 2 |
| Y | Water Resistant | Y |
| Material | |
| 1000D Cordura | PS55C |
Ortlieb Atrack CR Urban
| Capacity | 25 L |
| Weight | 1.3 kg |
| Dimensions | 56×26×25 cm |
| Airline fit | 27% |
| Price | $260 |
Key differences between the Greenroom136 Rainmaker and Ortlieb Atrack CR Urban
- Compression straps: 4 on the Greenroom136 Rainmaker; Yes on the Ortlieb Atrack CR Urban.
- Opening: Clamshell on the Greenroom136 Rainmaker; Other on the Ortlieb Atrack CR Urban.
- Passport pocket: Side on the Greenroom136 Rainmaker; No on the Ortlieb Atrack CR Urban.
- Hip belt: No on the Greenroom136 Rainmaker; Removable on the Ortlieb Atrack CR Urban.
- Laptop sleeve: 15in on the Greenroom136 Rainmaker; No on the Ortlieb Atrack CR Urban.
- Main compartments: 3 on the Greenroom136 Rainmaker; 1 on the Ortlieb Atrack CR Urban.
- Built-in organizer: Yes on the Greenroom136 Rainmaker; No on the Ortlieb Atrack CR Urban.
- Water bottle pockets: No on the Greenroom136 Rainmaker; 2 on the Ortlieb Atrack CR Urban.
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. 51 accept both. 136 accept only the Greenroom136 Rainmaker, and 0 accept only the Ortlieb Atrack CR Urban.
Only the Greenroom136 Rainmaker fits
Aer Lingus, Aeroflot, Aerolineas Argentinas, Aeromexico, Air Asia, Air Baltic, Air Canada, Air Caraibes, Air China, Air France, Air India, Air Macau, Air Malta, Air Mauritius, Air Niugini, 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, Austrian, Avianca , Azerbaijan Airlines, Bahamasair, Bangkok Airways, Belavia, Biman Bangladesh, Blue Air, Boliviana de Aviacion, Brussels Airlines, Bulgaria Air, Cambodia Angkor Air, Cathay Pacific, Cayman Airways, Cebu Pacific, China Airlines, China Eastern, CommutAir, Czech Airlines, Delta Airlines, Dragonair, easyJet, Emirates Airlines, Enter Air, Ethiopian Airlines, Etihad Airways, Eurowings, EVA Air, Fiji Airways, Flair Air, flybe, Garuda Indonesia, Gol Linhas Aereas, Gulf Air, Hawaiian Airlines, Hong Kong Airlines, Iberia, Icelandair, Indigo, InselAir, Interjet, Iran Air, Japan Airlines, Jet Airways, jetBlue Airways, Jetstar Airways, Jetstar Asia, Juneyao Airlines, Kenya Airways, KLM, Kulula, LATAM , LC Perú, Liat Airlines, Lion Air Group, LOT Polish, Lufthansa, Luxair, Mahan Air, Malaysia Airlines, Mango, Meridiana Fly, Mesa Airlines, Nordwind Airlines, Norwegian, Oman 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, Spring Airlines, SriLankan Airlines, Sun Express, Swiss Int'l Air Lines, TAP Air Portugal, TAROM, Tianjin Airlines (A320 & E190), Tiger Airways, Trans States, TUI, Turkish Airlines, Ukraine International, United Airlines, Vietnam Airlines, VIM Airlines (Closed), Virgin Atlantic, Virgin Australia, VivaColombia, Volaris, Volotea, WestJet, Wizz Air, Xiamen.
When it comes to choosing the right carry-on backpack, the details matter. Enter the Greenroom136 Rainmaker and the Ortlieb Atrack CR Urban, two solid contenders vying for your attention. Both of them stand out for different reasons - let's get right into it.
The Greenroom136 Rainmaker is a towering backpack, measuring at 40 inches tall. It is also broader than the Ortlieb Atrack, coming in at 28 inches wide. With 22 litres of capacity, it's slightly smaller in volume than the Ortlieb, but its lightweight build at 1.7 pounds could give it a slight edge in terms of portability. One major standout feature of the Rainmaker is its universal airline compatibility- something that not many bags on the market can offer.
- Size: Greenroom136 Rainmaker (40x28x21 inches), Ortlieb Atrack CR Urban (25x26x56 inches)
- Weight: Greenroom136 Rainmaker (1.7 pounds), Ortlieb Atrack CR Urban (1.3 pounds)
- Capacity: Greenroom136 Rainmaker (22 liters), Ortlieb Atrack CR Urban (25 liters)
- Airline Compatibility: Greenroom136 Rainmaker (100%), Ortlieb Atrack CR Urban (38%)
- Material: Greenroom136 Rainmaker (1000D Cordura), Ortlieb Atrack CR Urban (PS55C)
- Laptop Compartment Size: Greenroom136 Rainmaker (15 inches), Ortlieb Atrack CR Urban (0 inches)
Switching to the Ortlieb Atrack CR Urban, it’s slightly shorter but much deeper than the Rainmaker with higher capacity at 25 liters. What it lacks in airline compatibility, it balances with a lighter weight at 1.3 pounds. Furthermore, the bag is crafted from PS55C - a durable and reliable material. One unique property of the Ortlieb is its harness system, adjustable to torso size, ensuring both optimal fit and comfort.
In conclusion, choosing between the Greenroom136 Rainmaker and the Ortlieb Atrack CR Urban boils down to individual needs and preferences. If versatility and airline compatibility are at the top of your list, the Greenroom136 Rainmaker ticks those boxes. On the other hand, the Ortlieb Atrack CR Urban promises comfort and durability with a high-quality build and adjustable harness system. No matter which you pick, both are stand-up options ready to serve your travel needs.