Alpaka Metro Tote vs Alpaka Essential Backpack Pro (22L)
Alpaka Metro Tote ($95) vs Alpaka Essential Backpack Pro (22L) ($149) — side-by-side specs, weight, pros and cons to help you pick the right tote.
Spec-by-spec
| Spec | Alpaka Metro Tote | Alpaka Essential Backpack Pro (22L) |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $95 | $149 |
| Weight | 900g | 900g |
| Capacity | 14L | 22L |
| Fits | a 16" MacBook & water bottle | — |
| Material | Axoflux 210D | Axoflux 210D |
| Carry | Tote | — |
| Weight | 900g | 900g |
| Colors | — | Black, Green |
| Released | — | First listed 2026-08-25 |
Pros & Cons
Alpaka Metro Tote
- 14L fits a 16" MacBook
- Clean Metro styling
- Bottle pocket
- Single-shoulder load
- Open-tote access
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 Tote is the better value at $95. Both are part of our curated tote index — tap through to check current pricing.
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