Bellroy Carryology Essentials Sling vs Bellroy Melbourne Backpack
Bellroy Carryology Essentials Sling ($129) vs Bellroy Melbourne Backpack ($109) — side-by-side specs, weight, pros and cons to help you pick the right sling.
Bellroy
Melbourne Backpack
$109
Vaulted, no longer sold
Spec-by-spec
| Spec | Bellroy Carryology Essentials Sling | Bellroy Melbourne Backpack |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $129 | $109 |
| Weight | 360g | 750g |
| Capacity | 4L | 18L |
| Material | Baida Nylon | Fine Weave |
| Weight | 360g (Bellroy published) | 750g (Bellroy published) |
| Warranty | 6 years | 6 years |
| Status | — | Retired by Bellroy |
Pros & Cons
Bellroy Carryology Essentials Sling
- Main zip opens from each end
- Gusset compresses when the bag is light
- Rear zip pocket with a lock-in-place slider
- 360 g is heavy for a 4L sling
- $129 for a collaboration edition
Bellroy Melbourne Backpack
- 15 inch laptop sleeve
- Side zipper splays open
- MagSnap fasteners
- Retired by Bellroy, so it is no longer sold new
- 750 g
Bellroy Melbourne Backpack is the better value at $109. If weight matters most, Bellroy Carryology Essentials Sling carries lighter at 360g. Both are part of our curated sling index — tap through to check current pricing.
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