Alpaka Metro Sling Max vs Alpaka 7ven Messenger 16" (Decade Edition)
Alpaka Metro Sling Max ($89) 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 Metro Sling Max | Alpaka 7ven Messenger 16" (Decade Edition) |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $89 | $229 |
| Weight | 360g | 1700g |
| Capacity | 3L | — |
| Fits | an iPad mini, headphones, essentials | A 16-inch laptop, a tablet and a water bottle |
| Material | X-Pac / Axogrid | 840D ballistic nylon, 210D ripstop lining |
| Carry | Sling | — |
| Weight | 360g | 1700g (1.7 kg, 3.7 lbs, Alpaka product page, published to the nearest 0.1 kg) |
| Dimensions | — | 30 x 45 x 18.5 cm |
| Closure | — | Magnetic buckle with hook and loop |
Pros & Cons
Alpaka Metro Sling Max
- 3L fits an iPad mini
- Clean crossbody silhouette
- Durable X-Pac fabric
- No laptop capacity
- Sling-only carry
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 Metro Sling Max is the better value at $89. Both are part of our curated sling index — tap through to check current pricing.
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