Alpaka Elements Travel Backpack vs Alpaka Metro Tote
Alpaka Elements Travel Backpack ($259) vs Alpaka Metro Tote ($95) — side-by-side specs, weight, pros and cons to help you pick the right backpack.
Spec-by-spec
| Spec | Alpaka Elements Travel Backpack | Alpaka Metro Tote |
| Price | $259 | $95 |
| Weight | 1762g | 900g |
| Capacity | 35L | 14L |
| Fits | a 16" MacBook / clamshell opening | a 16" MacBook & water bottle |
| Material | Ballistic Nylon 840D | Axoflux 210D |
| Carry | Backpack | Tote |
| Weight | 1762g | 900g |
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 Metro Tote
- 14L fits a 16" MacBook
- Clean Metro styling
- Bottle pocket
- Single-shoulder load
- Open-tote access
Alpaka Metro Tote is the better value at $95. Both are part of our curated backpack index — tap through to check current pricing.