Greenroom136 Rainmaker vs. Ortlieb Gear-Pack
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 Gear-Pack |
|---|---|---|
| Storage | ||
| 4 | Compression | N |
| None | Expanded Capacity | None |
| 1 | Opening | 2 |
| side | Passport | N |
| N | Passthrough | N |
| Carry | ||
| Y | Backpack | removable |
| 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 | N |
| Y | Water Resistant | Y |
| Material | |
| 1000D Cordura | PD620, PS620C |
Ortlieb Gear-Pack
| Capacity | 32 L |
| Weight | 1.2 kg |
| Dimensions | 64×29×18 cm |
| Airline fit | 14% |
| Price | $185 |
Key differences between the Greenroom136 Rainmaker and Ortlieb Gear-Pack
- Compression straps: 4 on the Greenroom136 Rainmaker; No on the Ortlieb Gear-Pack.
- Opening: Clamshell on the Greenroom136 Rainmaker; Rolltop on the Ortlieb Gear-Pack.
- Passport pocket: Side on the Greenroom136 Rainmaker; No on the Ortlieb Gear-Pack.
- Backpack straps: Yes on the Greenroom136 Rainmaker; Removable on the Ortlieb Gear-Pack.
- Hip belt: No on the Greenroom136 Rainmaker; Removable on the Ortlieb Gear-Pack.
- Laptop sleeve: 15in on the Greenroom136 Rainmaker; No on the Ortlieb Gear-Pack.
- Main compartments: 3 on the Greenroom136 Rainmaker; 1 on the Ortlieb Gear-Pack.
- Built-in organizer: Yes on the Greenroom136 Rainmaker; No on the Ortlieb Gear-Pack.
Both have: 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. 26 accept both. 161 accept only the Greenroom136 Rainmaker, and 0 accept only the Ortlieb Gear-Pack.
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, Cayman Airways, Cebu Pacific, China Airlines, China Eastern, CommutAir, Conviasa, 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, Frontier Airlines, 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, PenAir, 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, Southwest Airlines, Spirit Airlines, Spring Airlines, SriLankan Airlines, Sun Country, 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.
The Greenroom136 Rainmaker and the Ortlieb Gear-Pack are both quality carry-on backpacks with their unique features and specifications. Crafted meticulously, the Rainmaker from Greenroom136 stands tall at 40 inches and measures 28 inches in width and 21 inches in depth. It is lightweight and weighs around 1.7 pounds. Made of 1000D Cordura, the Rainmaker is durable and designed to last. Among its prominent features is the laptop compartment that can comfortably accommodate a 15-inch laptop. Another noteworthy aspect is its compatibility with all airlines, offering a capacity of 22 liters.
On the other hand, the Gear-Pack offered by Ortlieb is smaller with respective height, width, and depth measurements being 18, 29, and 64 inches. This backpack, which weighs a light 1.2 pounds, is made of quality PD620 and PS620C. However, its compatibility with airlines is limited to 30%. The Gear-Pack offers larger storage capacity of 32 liters, although its laptop compartment cannot accommodate any laptop. According to reviewers, both backpacks rank high on functionality, durability, and customization options, and they are among the best value bags currently on the market.
Comparison Summary:
- The Rainmaker measures 40 inches in height, 28 inches in width, and 21 inches in depth; while the Gear-Pack measures 18, 29, and 64 inches respectively.
- The Gear-Pack, weighing 1.2 pounds, is lighter than the Rainmaker, which weighs 1.7 pounds.
- The Rainmaker is airline-friendly with 100% compatibility, in contrast to the Gear-Pack’s 30%.
- The Rainmaker uses 1000D Cordura, whereas the Gear-Pack is made of PD620 and PS620C.
- The Rainmaker provides a 15-inch laptop compartment, but the Gear-Pack doesn’t have a laptop compartment.
- In terms of capacity, the Gear-Pack, with a capacity of 32 liters, holds more than the Rainmaker, which has a 22-liter capacity.
The Greenroom136 Rainmaker is a wise investment for those prioritizing versatile functionality, a sturdy and water-resistant exterior, and efficient organization. However, if full waterproofing, detachable harness system for compact and tangle-free storage, ample outdoor gear attachment points, and larger capacity are among your top considerations, then you might prefer the Ortlieb Gear-Pack. As per your travel requirements or daily carry needs, both backpacks offer distinct features and benefits, making them contenders worth considering.