Alpaka Metro Sling Max vs Alpaka Vertex Pouch Mini (2L)
Alpaka Metro Sling Max ($89) vs Alpaka Vertex Pouch Mini (2L) ($89) — side-by-side specs, weight, pros and cons to help you pick the right sling.
Spec-by-spec
| Spec | Alpaka Metro Sling Max | Alpaka Vertex Pouch Mini (2L) |
| Price | $89 | $89 |
| Weight | 360g | 350g |
| Capacity | 3L | 2L |
| Fits | an iPad mini, headphones, essentials | — |
| Material | X-Pac / Axogrid | Axoflux 300D |
| Carry | Sling | — |
| Weight | 360g | 350g |
| Colors | — | Blue, Black, Army Green |
| Released | — | First listed 2025-03-14 |
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 Vertex Pouch Mini (2L)
- 350 g as published on ALPAKA's page
- Axoflux 300D
- Covered by ALPAKA's warranty
- Sold direct from ALPAKA, so no easy price comparison
Alpaka Metro Sling Max is the better value at $89. If weight matters most, Alpaka Vertex Pouch Mini (2L) carries lighter at 350g. Both are part of our curated sling index — tap through to check current pricing.