Alpaka Elements Pro vs Aer City Pack: Epic Tech / EDC Backpack Comparison!

[@brochg]

Thanks for another great review, Danny! Several months ago, I was between the Alpaka Elements Pro, the Tortuga Laptop backpack, and the Bellroy Venture Ready Pack 26L. I definitely made the wront decision, and purchased the Alpaka. The fit of the bag is so tight, and I felt like even putting a tech kit and a fall jacket in it was way too much. The bag has a tendency to want to actually collapse in on itself to crush the contents. I purchased around a dozen bags in 2023, and the Alpaka Elements Pro was the biggest disappointment of them all.

[@jboogie325]

This is the exact comparison I was looking for. Thank you!

[@dannypacks]

Thank you for watching and I’m glad the video was helpful!:)

[@rc8281]

Companies definitely are adding up their capacities different. I e had the alpaka pro in x50 for 2 weeks and absolutely love it for my everyday work and weekend tech bag. I do feel it's closer to a 22L size

[@dannypacks]

Thank you for watching and for sharing your experience with the bag!:)

[@SuaveHaven]

How do you find the x50 material? I heard it makes the base weight of the bag pretty heavy

[@gegeyagami830]

Bro What's the difference between VX42 and X50

[@JesusRodriguezCisneros]

Great reviews Danny. Great to see how you fit same gear on both

[@dannypacks]

Thank you for watching and I’m glad the video was helpful!:)

[@loneronthestreet]

Was looking at this exact comparison! I know you said the capacity is quite similar, i’m curious would you be able to estimate the capacity difference or are they exaclty the same?

[@D_L_J_83]

Hi Danny! Can you make an updated work backpack roundup? I’m looking for something more stylish, and a bit less tech-looking. Also I’m perplexed that the most of these companies do a luggage pass through by its side, not in a vertical orientation. It should be upright.

[@jcadag8789]

Hi! Can you review the Nike RPM 26L backpack. I have very limited backpacks available here in my place. The Nike Rpm looks good but I can't find any competent reviews.

[@Verus3]

Alpaka pro has a much better appearance. And why does Aer use such a dark interior color?

[@dannypacks]

Thank you for watching! Aer does have a brighter orange lining on their xpac bags that might be a good option

[@StriderEsq]

The Alpaka bag misses when it comes to deep pockets that go all the way down. You missed the biggest comparison, though, value!

[@dannypacks]

Thank you for watching and fair point!

[@4fawksake707]

I own both of these bags, but I prefer using my Aer City Pack 1680D. It feels more comfortable on my back, even though my Elements Pro Backpack VX42 is slightly lighter. Additionally, I appreciate the rugged feel of the City Pack compared to the crinkly sound of the Elements Pro Backpack.

[@dannypacks]

Thank you for watching and for sharing your experience with the bags!:)

[@ziklagfire3453]

Are you planning to do a comparison with the Whitley 2023?

[@dannypacks]

Thank you for watching! I might incorporate the Whitley into a few comparison videos throughout the year but don’t have anything specific planned yet

[@Golaso99]

Nice comparison! Agreed re the capacity - no way is the Alpaka a 26l bag! Evergoods have just released their PLC20 in solution dyed black at usd 149 - to me this is a compelling alternative to the Alpaka or the Aer.

[@josephcalp1604]

No outside water pocket. Pass. I have the half zip somewhere in my basement. Big disappointment. I learned my lesson with that purchase. AER, ABLE CARRY and ALPHA ONE NINER, you can't go wrong.

[@dannypacks]

Thank you for watching and good call on the PLC20 as well!

[@knee-mah]

Alpaka's weird ridges on the strap is NOT it. I bought this backpack and returned it mainly because it was mad uncomfortable for me. I know wveryone has different opinions but beware, those straps are not as good as you think they may be.

[@4fawksake707]

I completely agree! Those line ridges were a major turn-off for me too. It's a shame, because the bag itself seems decent