Alpaka Elements Travel Backpack vs Alpaka Eclipse Gaming Sling
Alpaka Elements Travel Backpack ($259) vs Alpaka Eclipse Gaming Sling ($109) — side-by-side specs, weight, pros and cons to help you pick the right backpack.
Spec-by-spec
| Spec | Alpaka Elements Travel Backpack | Alpaka Eclipse Gaming Sling |
|---|
| Price | $259 | $109 |
| Weight | 1762g | 550g |
| Capacity | 35L | 3.5L |
| Fits | a 16" MacBook / clamshell opening | up to a Steam Deck, phone, battery, passport |
| Material | Ballistic Nylon 840D | X-Pac VX21 |
| Carry | Backpack | Sling |
| Weight | 1762g | 550g |
Pros & Cons
Alpaka Elements Travel Backpack
- 35L max-capacity carry-on
- Bombproof 840D ballistic nylon
- Clamshell suitcase opening
- Heavy and large
- Most expensive in the line
Alpaka Eclipse Gaming Sling
- Sized for a Steam Deck
- Protective handheld organization
- X-Pac VX21 shell
- Niche gaming focus
- Sling capacity only
Alpaka Eclipse Gaming Sling is the better value at $109. Both are part of our curated backpack index — tap through to check current pricing.