Alpaka The Protocol Backpack vs Alpaka Zip Pouch Pro
Alpaka The Protocol Backpack ($279) vs Alpaka Zip Pouch Pro ($39) — side-by-side specs, weight, pros and cons to help you pick the right bag.
Spec-by-spec
| Spec | Alpaka The Protocol Backpack | Alpaka Zip Pouch Pro |
| Price | $279 | $39 |
| Weight | 1500g | 40g |
| Weight | 1500g (52.91 oz, Alpaka product page) | 40g |
| Material | — | X-Pac VX21 |
| Also in | — | X-Pac VX25 |
| Colors | — | Black, Dark Green, Hot Orange, Slate Gray, True Red |
| Released | — | First listed 2022-05-10 |
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 Pro
- 40 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 Pro is the better value at $39. Both are part of our curated bag index — tap through to check current pricing.