Bellroy Classic Messenger 6L vs Bellroy Melbourne Backpack
Bellroy Classic Messenger 6L ($129) vs Bellroy Melbourne Backpack ($109) — side-by-side specs, weight, pros and cons to help you pick the right messenger.
Bellroy
Melbourne Backpack
$109
Vaulted, no longer sold
Spec-by-spec
| Spec | Bellroy Classic Messenger 6L | Bellroy Melbourne Backpack |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $129 | $109 |
| Weight | 460g | 750g |
| Capacity | 6L | 18L |
| Material | Canva Weave | Fine Weave |
| Weight | 460g (Bellroy published) | 750g (Bellroy published) |
| Warranty | 6 years | 6 years |
| Status | — | Retired by Bellroy |
Pros & Cons
Bellroy Classic Messenger 6L
- Stands upright on a padded base
- Raised pocket for an e-reader
- Magnetic push buckles
- 460 g for 6L
- Weight is published for the 6L only
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 Classic Messenger 6L carries lighter at 460g. Both are part of our curated messenger index — tap through to check current pricing.
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