Alpaka Aero Pack (16L) vs Alpaka Zip Pouch Pro
Alpaka Aero Pack (16L) ($109) vs Alpaka Zip Pouch Pro ($39) — side-by-side specs, weight, pros and cons to help you pick the right backpack.
Spec-by-spec
| Spec | Alpaka Aero Pack (16L) | Alpaka Zip Pouch Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $109 | $39 |
| Weight | 600g | 40g |
| Capacity | 16L | — |
| Fits | a 16" MacBook Pro, water bottle, camera, essentials | — |
| Material | X-Pac VX21 / Axoflux | X-Pac VX21 |
| Carry | Backpack | — |
| Weight | 600g | 40g |
| Also in | — | X-Pac VX25 |
| Colors | — | Black, Dark Green, Hot Orange, Slate Gray, True Red |
| Released | — | First listed 2022-05-10 |
Pros & Cons
Alpaka Aero Pack (16L)
- 16L yet fits a 16" laptop
- Lightweight, packable
- Camera + bottle room
- Minimalist organization
- Mid-tier capacity
Alpaka Zip Pouch Pro
- 40 g as published on ALPAKA's page
- X-Pac VX21
- Covered by ALPAKA's warranty
- Sold direct from ALPAKA, so no easy price comparison
Alpaka Zip Pouch Pro is the better value at $39. Both are part of our curated backpack index — tap through to check current pricing.
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