Greenroom136 Rainmaker vs. ILE Flaptop
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 | ILE Flaptop |
|---|---|---|
| Storage | ||
| 4 | Compression | Y |
| None | Expanded Capacity | None |
| 1 | Opening | 3 |
| side | Passport | Y |
| N | Passthrough | N |
| Carry | ||
| Y | Backpack | Y |
| N | Hip Belt | N |
| Y | Sternum Strap | removable |
| 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 | 1000D Cordura |
ILE Flaptop
| Capacity | 32 L |
| Weight | 0 kg |
| Dimensions | 50.8×30.5×20.3 cm |
| Airline fit | 72% |
| Price | $280 |
Key differences between the Greenroom136 Rainmaker and ILE Flaptop
- Compression straps: 4 on the Greenroom136 Rainmaker; Yes on the ILE Flaptop.
- Opening: Clamshell on the Greenroom136 Rainmaker; Top flap on the ILE Flaptop.
- Passport pocket: Side on the Greenroom136 Rainmaker; Yes on the ILE Flaptop.
- Sternum strap: Yes on the Greenroom136 Rainmaker; Removable on the ILE Flaptop.
- Main compartments: 3 on the Greenroom136 Rainmaker; 1 on the ILE Flaptop.
- Built-in organizer: Yes on the Greenroom136 Rainmaker; No on the ILE Flaptop.
- Water bottle pockets: No on the Greenroom136 Rainmaker; 2 on the ILE Flaptop.
Both have: backpack straps, 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. 136 accept both. 51 accept only the Greenroom136 Rainmaker, and 0 accept only the ILE Flaptop.
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, Great Lakes Airlines, Gulf Air, Icelandair, InselAir, Juneyao Airlines, LC Perú, Lion Air Group, Luxair, Meridiana Fly, Nordwind Airlines, Qatar Airways, Ravn Alaska, Regional Express, Royal Brunei Airlines, Ryanair, S7, Shandong Airlines, Shenzhen Airlines, Spring Airlines, Sun Express, TAP Air Portugal, TAROM, Tianjin Airlines (A320 & E190), TUI, Ukraine International, VIM Airlines (Closed), Virgin Australia, VivaColombia, Volaris, Volotea, Wizz Air, Xiamen.
The Greenroom136 Rainmaker and the ILE Flaptop carry on backpacks have similar designs but serve their own unique styles and purposes. Both being equally durable, they are made of the same 1000D Cordura material. This makes them sturdy, water-resistant, and long lasting. If you're looking forward to carry a laptop, both have a compartment that can easily fit a 15 inch laptop. However, there are also noticeable differences which set each of them apart.
The Greenroom136 Rainmaker boasts a capacity of 22 liters, weighs about 1.7 pounds, and measures at 40 inches tall, 28 inches wide, and 21 inches deep. Furthermore, it is compatible with all airlines, making it extremely convenient and versatile for travel. Customers are pleased with the amount of customizability options, and how it is designed keeping function in mind.
- The Greenroom136 Rainmaker:
- Size: 40 inches tall, 28 inches wide, 21 inches deep
- Weight: 1.7 pounds
- Capacity: 22 liters
- 100% airline compatibility
- 1000D Cordura material, sturdy and water-resistant
- Laptop compartment fits up to 15 inch laptop
- Lots of customizability options and functional organization
The ILE Flaptop, on the other hand, is larger and significantly lighter. It stands at 50.8 inches tall, 20.3 inches wide, and 30.5 inches deep with a spacious capacity of 32 liters, however this may limit its compatibility with only about 66% of airlines. Apart from the weatherproof main compartment, customers applaud the excellence in craftsmanship and the wide functional organization throughout the bag.
- The ILE Flaptop:
- Size: 50.8 inches tall, 20.3 inches wide, 30.5 inches deep
- Weight: 0 pounds
- Capacity: 32 liters
- 66% airline compatibility
- 1000D Cordura material, sturdy and water-resistant
- Laptop compartment fits up to 15 inch laptop
- Weatherproof main compartment, excellent craftsmanship and functional organization
In conclusion, the choice between the Greenroom136 Rainmaker and the ILE Flaptop boils down to individual preferences and requirements. If you prioritize a lighter and higher-capacity bag, the Flaptop may be your best bet. On the contrary, if compatibility with airlines is an important factor, then the Rainmaker is the way to go. Either way, both bags have been praised as among the market's best values.