Alpaka Metro Backpack (12L) vs Alpaka Flight Tote (S)
Alpaka Metro Backpack (12L) ($99) vs Alpaka Flight Tote (S) ($79) — side-by-side specs, weight, pros and cons to help you pick the right backpack.
Spec-by-spec
| Spec | Alpaka Metro Backpack (12L) | Alpaka Flight Tote (S) |
| Price | $99 | $79 |
| Weight | 800g | 480g |
| Capacity | 12L | — |
| Fits | a 14" MacBook & essentials | — |
| Material | Axoflux 400D Ripstop | — |
| Carry | Backpack | — |
| Weight | 800g | 480g (16.93 oz, Alpaka product page) |
Pros & Cons
Alpaka Metro Backpack (12L)
- Slim 12L city profile
- Fits a 14" MacBook
- Lightweight daypack
- 12L fills quickly
- 14" laptop limit
Alpaka Flight Tote (S)
- Woven shoulder straps
- carries laptop, phone and water bottle
- 480g
- Smallest of the three Flight Tote sizes
Alpaka Flight Tote (S) is the better value at $79. Both are part of our curated backpack index — tap through to check current pricing.