Alpaka Metro Sling V2 vs Alpaka Essential Backpack (16L)
Alpaka Metro Sling V2 ($59) vs Alpaka Essential Backpack (16L) ($159) — side-by-side specs, weight, pros and cons to help you pick the right sling.
Spec-by-spec
| Spec | Alpaka Metro Sling V2 | Alpaka Essential Backpack (16L) |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $59 | $159 |
| Weight | 280g | 600g |
| Material | Axoflux 300D | X-Pac VX21 |
| Weight | 280g | 600g |
| Also in | X-Pac X42, X-Pac VX42 | Axoflux 210D |
| Colors | Black, Army Green, Blue, Gray, Olive Green | Black, Green |
| Released | First listed 2024-05-31 | First listed 2026-08-25 |
| Capacity | — | 16L |
Pros & Cons
Alpaka Metro Sling V2
- 280 g as published on ALPAKA's page
- Axoflux 300D
- Covered by ALPAKA's warranty
- Sold direct from ALPAKA, so no easy price comparison
Alpaka Essential Backpack (16L)
- 600 g as published on ALPAKA's page
- X-Pac VX21
- Covered by ALPAKA's warranty
- Sold direct from ALPAKA, so no easy price comparison
Alpaka Metro Sling V2 is the better value at $59. Both are part of our curated sling index — tap through to check current pricing.
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