Aer Sling 2 vs Aer City Pack Pro 2 20L
Aer Sling 2 ($89) vs Aer City Pack Pro 2 20L ($199) — side-by-side specs, weight, pros and cons to help you pick the right sling bag.
Spec-by-spec
| Spec | Aer Sling 2 | Aer City Pack Pro 2 20L |
| Price | $89 | $199 |
| Weight | 283g | 1242.8g |
| Volume | 4L | — |
| Material | Cordura 1680D | 1680D Cordura ballistic nylon |
| Water Resistance | Yes (DWR) | — |
| Laptop | No (for this size) | — |
| Weight | 283g | 1242.8g (Aer published) |
| Made | Vietnam | — |
Pros & Cons
Aer Sling 2
- Extremely well-organized interior for 4L
- Hidden back pocket for security
- DWR coating handles light rain
- 4L limits to single-day micro loads
- $89 for a sling is premium
- Top access requires setting down
Aer City Pack Pro 2 20L
- Lay-flat opening and suspended laptop pocket
- Tracker pocket and quick-access pockets
- Luggage pass-through
- Heavier than minimalist commuter packs
- $199
Aer Sling 2 is the better value at $89. Both are part of our curated sling bag index — tap through to check current pricing.