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Alpaka The Protocol Backpack vs Alpaka Zip Pouch

Alpaka The Protocol Backpack ($279) vs Alpaka Zip Pouch ($35) — side-by-side specs, weight, pros and cons to help you pick the right bag.

Alpaka The Protocol Backpack
Alpaka
The Protocol Backpack
$279
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Alpaka Zip Pouch
Alpaka
Zip Pouch
$35
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Spec-by-spec
SpecAlpaka The Protocol BackpackAlpaka Zip Pouch
Price$279$35
Weight1500g32g
Weight1500g (52.91 oz, Alpaka product page)32g
Material—X-Pac VX21
Colors—Black, Dark Green
Released—First listed 2021-06-15
Pros & Cons

Alpaka The Protocol Backpack

  • Padded laptop compartment
  • dedicated space for handheld console and headphones
  • UrAvgConsumer collaboration
  • 1500g empty is heavy
  • $279 is premium pricing

Alpaka Zip Pouch

  • 32 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 Zip Pouch is the better value at $35. Both are part of our curated bag index — tap through to check current pricing.
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