Alpaka Elements Travel Backpack vs Alpaka HUB Pouch V2
Alpaka Elements Travel Backpack ($259) vs Alpaka HUB Pouch V2 ($39) — side-by-side specs, weight, pros and cons to help you pick the right backpack.
Spec-by-spec
| Spec | Alpaka Elements Travel Backpack | Alpaka HUB Pouch V2 |
| Price | $259 | $39 |
| Weight | 1762g | 65g |
| Capacity | 35L | — |
| Fits | a 16" MacBook / clamshell opening | — |
| Material | Ballistic Nylon 840D | — |
| Carry | Backpack | — |
| Weight | 1762g | 65g (2.29 oz, Alpaka product page) |
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 HUB Pouch V2
- Front pocket
- three card slots
- four slip pockets
- Only 65g, so it suits a light kit
Alpaka HUB Pouch V2 is the better value at $39. Both are part of our curated backpack index — tap through to check current pricing.