Greenroom136 Rainmaker vs. Kathmandu Hybrid 70L Trolley
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 | Kathmandu Hybrid 70L Trolley |
|---|---|---|
| Storage | ||
| 4 | Compression | Y |
| None | Expanded Capacity | None |
| 1 | Opening | 4 |
| side | Passport | N |
| N | Passthrough | N |
| Carry | ||
| Y | Backpack | hideable |
| N | Hip Belt | Y |
| Y | Sternum Strap | N |
| Inside | ||
| 15in | Laptop | N |
| 3 | Main Compartments | 1 |
| Y | Organizer | N |
| Outside | ||
| × | Hard Shell | × |
| N | Rain-fly | optional |
| N | Water Bottle Holder | N |
| Y | Water Resistant | N |
| Material | |
| 1000D Cordura | Polyester, Nylon |
Kathmandu Hybrid 70L Trolley
| Capacity | 70 L |
| Weight | 3.42 kg |
| Dimensions | 79×40×34 cm |
| Airline fit | 1% |
| Price | $300 |
Key differences between the Greenroom136 Rainmaker and Kathmandu Hybrid 70L Trolley
- Compression straps: 4 on the Greenroom136 Rainmaker; Yes on the Kathmandu Hybrid 70L Trolley.
- Opening: Clamshell on the Greenroom136 Rainmaker; Top zip on the Kathmandu Hybrid 70L Trolley.
- Passport pocket: Side on the Greenroom136 Rainmaker; No on the Kathmandu Hybrid 70L Trolley.
- Backpack straps: Yes on the Greenroom136 Rainmaker; Hideable on the Kathmandu Hybrid 70L Trolley.
- Hip belt: No on the Greenroom136 Rainmaker; Yes on the Kathmandu Hybrid 70L Trolley.
- Sternum strap: Yes on the Greenroom136 Rainmaker; No on the Kathmandu Hybrid 70L Trolley.
- Laptop sleeve: 15in on the Greenroom136 Rainmaker; No on the Kathmandu Hybrid 70L Trolley.
- Main compartments: 3 on the Greenroom136 Rainmaker; 1 on the Kathmandu Hybrid 70L Trolley.
- Built-in organizer: Yes on the Greenroom136 Rainmaker; No on the Kathmandu Hybrid 70L Trolley.
- Rain cover: No on the Greenroom136 Rainmaker; Optional on the Kathmandu Hybrid 70L Trolley.
- Water resistant: Yes on the Greenroom136 Rainmaker; No on the Kathmandu Hybrid 70L Trolley.
Which airlines take each bag as a carry-on
We checked both bags against the carry-on size limits of 189 airlines. 1 accept both. 186 accept only the Greenroom136 Rainmaker, and 0 accept only the Kathmandu Hybrid 70L Trolley.
Only the Greenroom136 Rainmaker fits
Adria Airways, Aegean Airlines, Aer Lingus, Aeroflot, Aerolineas Argentinas, Aeromexico, Air Asia, Air Astana, Air Baltic, Air Canada, Air Caraibes, Air China, Air Europa, Air France, Air India, Air Koryo, Air Macau, Air Malta, Air Mauritius, Air New Zealand, Air Niugini, Air Nostrum, Air Serbia, Air Seychelles, Air Tahiti, Air Tahiti Nui, 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, Azul Linhas, Bahamasair, Bangkok Airways, Belavia, Biman Bangladesh, Blue Air, Boliviana de Aviacion, British Airways, Brussels Airlines, Bulgaria Air, Cambodia Angkor Air, Caribbean Airlines, Cathay Pacific, Cayman Airways, Cebu Pacific, China Airlines, China Eastern, China Southern, CommutAir, Conviasa, Copa Airlines, Croatia Air, Cubana de Aviacion, 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, Frontier Airlines, Garuda Indonesia, Gol Linhas Aereas, Great Lakes Airlines, Gulf Air, Hainan Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines, Hong Kong Airlines, Iberia, Icelandair, Indigo, InselAir, Interjet, Iran Air, Iran Aseman Air, Island Air, Japan Airlines, Jet Airways, Jet2, jetBlue Airways, Jetstar Airways, Jetstar Asia, Juneyao Airlines, Kenya Airways, KLM, Korean Air, 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, PenAir, Philippine Airlines, Porter Airlines, Qantas Airways, Qatar Airways, Ravn Alaska, Regional Express, Republic Airways, Royal Air Morocco, Royal Brunei Airlines, Royal Jordanian, Ryanair, S7, SAS Scandinavian, Saudi Arabian Airlines, Scoot, Shandong Airlines, Shenzhen Airlines, Sichuan Airlines, SilkAir, Silver Airways, Singapore Airlines, Sky Airlines, Skywest, Inc., South African Airways, Southwest Airlines, SpiceJet, Spirit Airlines, Spring Airlines, SriLankan Airlines, Sun Country, Sun Express, Swiss Int'l Air Lines, TAAG Angola, TAM Airlines, TAP Air Portugal, TAROM, Thai Airways, Tianjin Airlines (A320 & E190), Tiger Airways, Trans States, Travel Service Airlines, TUI, Turkish Airlines, Ukraine International, United Airlines, Ural Airlines, Uzbekistan Air, Vietnam Airlines, VIM Airlines (Closed), Virgin America, Virgin Atlantic, Virgin Australia, VivaColombia, Volaris, Volotea, WestJet, Wizz Air, WOW Airlines, Xiamen.
The Greenroom136 Rainmaker stands tall and proud at 40 inches, with a width of 28 inches and depth of 21 inches. It's a lean bag indeed, weighing in at just 1.7 pounds. Perfect for a minimalist traveler, it features 22 liters of storage capacity but manages to maintain compatibility with 100% of airlines. Built for durability, it's made from sturdy 1000D Cordura. To top it off, it features a dedicated compartment for a 15-inch laptop. As one reviewer noted, it's a solid pack with function as its core offering. The customization options earn high marks, making this one of the best value bags on the market.
The Kathmandu Hybrid 70L Trolley, on the other hand, comes with its fair share of benefits. Although heavier than the Rainmaker at 3.42 pounds, it compensates with a significant increase in storage with a capacity of 70 liters. It's a tad shorter at 34 inches but extends to a width of 40 inches and depth of 79 inches. The catch is its compatibility with airlines, as it only conforms to 18% of them. Constructed with a blend of polyester and nylon, it's built to last. It lacks the ability to accommodate a laptop, but its use as a backpack, trolley bag, and carry duffle bag along with the option to attach a Gluon® daypack (sold separately) make it a solid choice.
Here's a quick summary of the differences:
- The Greenroom136 Rainmaker is taller but thinner and lighter than the Kathmandu Hybrid 70L Trolley.
- The Rainmaker offers less storage capacity but is airline-friendly.
- The Greenroom136 Rainmaker is made from 1000D Cordura, while the Hybrid Trolley is crafted from a polyester-nylon blend.
- The Rainmaker features a laptop compartment; the Trolley doesn't.
- The Hybrid Trolley offers more ways to carry it (trolley bag, backpack, and duffle bag).
Both backpacks have their own perks. If customization, organization, and airline compatibility are crucial to you, you'd find the Rainmaker a worthy buy. Its water-resistant exterior and ability to safely carry your laptop and iPad provide peace of mind. Meanwhile, if extensive storage space, versatility in use, and high-quality craftsmanship matter more to you, the Hybrid Trolley might be your perfect travel partner. Despite being a trolley bag at its core, its comfortable back padding and harness system ensure a pleasant carrying experience when you're on the move. All in all, both bags serve different purposes and choosing one over the other would largely depend on your personal travel needs and preferences.