Alpaka Metro Sling Max vs Alpaka Essential Backpack Pro (22L)
Alpaka Metro Sling Max ($89) vs Alpaka Essential Backpack Pro (22L) ($149) — side-by-side specs, weight, pros and cons to help you pick the right sling.
Spec-by-spec
| Spec | Alpaka Metro Sling Max | Alpaka Essential Backpack Pro (22L) |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $89 | $149 |
| Weight | 360g | 900g |
| Capacity | 3L | 22L |
| Fits | an iPad mini, headphones, essentials | — |
| Material | X-Pac / Axogrid | Axoflux 210D |
| Carry | Sling | — |
| Weight | 360g | 900g |
| Colors | — | Black, Green |
| Released | — | First listed 2026-08-25 |
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 Essential Backpack Pro (22L)
- 900 g as published on ALPAKA's page
- Axoflux 210D
- Covered by ALPAKA's warranty
- Sold direct from ALPAKA, so no easy price comparison
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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