Alpaka Aura Sling (Halloween Edition) vs Alpaka 7ven Messenger 16" (Decade Edition)
Alpaka Aura Sling (Halloween Edition) ($139) vs Alpaka 7ven Messenger 16" (Decade Edition) ($229) — side-by-side specs, weight, pros and cons to help you pick the right sling.
Spec-by-spec
| Spec | Alpaka Aura Sling (Halloween Edition) | Alpaka 7ven Messenger 16" (Decade Edition) |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $139 | $229 |
| Weight | 230g | 1700g |
| Capacity | 4L | — |
| Dimensions | 18 x 34 x 8 cm | 30 x 45 x 18.5 cm |
| Material | Clear X-Pac UX10, Axoflux 210D ripstop lining | 840D ballistic nylon, 210D ripstop lining |
| Strap | 80 to 140 cm adjustable | — |
| Includes | Micro pouch (35g) and carabiner | — |
| Weight | 230g (0.5 lbs, sling only, Alpaka product page) | 1700g (1.7 kg, 3.7 lbs, Alpaka product page, published to the nearest 0.1 kg) |
| Fits | — | A 16-inch laptop, a tablet and a water bottle |
| Closure | — | Magnetic buckle with hook and loop |
Pros & Cons
Alpaka Aura Sling (Halloween Edition)
- 230g for 4L
- Weather-resistant X-Pac
- Micro pouch and carabiner included
- Two hidden zip pockets
- Limited seasonal edition
- The 230g does not include the 35g micro pouch
- One colorway
Alpaka 7ven Messenger 16" (Decade Edition)
- Separate 16-inch laptop and tablet sleeves
- 840D ballistic nylon exterior
- Bottle pocket for bottles up to 8 cm across
- Padded shoulder strap
- 1.7 kg is heavy before you load it
- Alpaka publishes the weight only to the nearest 0.1 kg
- Decade Edition comes in black only
Alpaka Aura Sling (Halloween Edition) is the better value at $139. Both are part of our curated sling index — tap through to check current pricing.
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