Alpaka Aero Pack (16L) vs Alpaka Metro Sling V2
Alpaka Aero Pack (16L) ($109) vs Alpaka Metro Sling V2 ($59) — side-by-side specs, weight, pros and cons to help you pick the right backpack.
Spec-by-spec
| Spec | Alpaka Aero Pack (16L) | Alpaka Metro Sling V2 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $109 | $59 |
| Weight | 600g | 280g |
| Capacity | 16L | — |
| Fits | a 16" MacBook Pro, water bottle, camera, essentials | — |
| Material | X-Pac VX21 / Axoflux | Axoflux 300D |
| Carry | Backpack | — |
| Weight | 600g | 280g |
| Also in | — | X-Pac X42, X-Pac VX42 |
| Colors | — | Black, Army Green, Blue, Gray, Olive Green |
| Released | — | First listed 2024-05-31 |
Pros & Cons
Alpaka Aero Pack (16L)
- 16L yet fits a 16" laptop
- Lightweight, packable
- Camera + bottle room
- Minimalist organization
- Mid-tier capacity
Alpaka Metro Sling V2
- 280 g as published on ALPAKA's page
- Axoflux 300D
- Covered by ALPAKA's warranty
- Sold direct from ALPAKA, so no easy price comparison
Alpaka Metro Sling V2 is the better value at $59. Both are part of our curated backpack index — tap through to check current pricing.
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