Alpaka Tech Case Review [Plus it's a sling!]

Alpaka Tech Case Review // Overall pros and cons // Who this case is perfect for // Who this case is NOT perfect for // Where to get the best price, and more!
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00:00 - Intro
0:31 - Outside of the case
5:28 - Inside of the case
7:40 - Pros and Cons
8:44 - Alternative recommendation
10:04 - Final thoughts
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The Alpaka Tech Case is so much more than your normal tech case.
It is made with premium materials, has the perfect amount of organization, and can also be carried as a sling or pouch! And best of all, that honeycomb blood orange interior 🤤
While we aren't crazy about the jingly-ness of the zippers, and aren't sure about the magnetic buckle on the shoulder strap, the Alpaka team clearly spent a lot of time designing this tech case and frankly, knocked it out of the park.
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Get the Alpaka Tech Case if…
✅ Get this tech case if you LOVE the interior colors
✅ Get this tech case if you want a tech case that can double as a sling
✅ Get this tech case if you are in need of a tech case that isn't too big nor too small - a perfect medium size
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DO NOT get the Alpaka Tech Case if…
❌ Think twice about getting this tech case if you want something small/simple. Below is a better option... 👇🏼
→ Bellroy Tech Case → More minimalist design → bit.ly/30rh5MA
❌ Don't get this tech case if you are looking for something thinner - this tech case is still on the bulkier side… 👇🏼
→ Modern Dayfarer Tech Pouch → Super slim → bit.ly/3kB4nlk
❌ Don't get this tech case if you have a TON of gear. It can fit a lot, but isn't the biggest tech case on the market… 👇🏼
→ Peak Design Tech Pouch → F-ing huge → bit.ly/3cafJIh
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Specs/Features/Summary
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• Capacity: 2.1 liters
• Color: Axoflux Black 600D, Black X-Pac VX2, True Red X-Pac VX21, Dark Green X-Pac VX21, ECOPAK EPLX600 Black Knight
• Accordion-style organization
• 100% carbon neutral
• Cool grey orange honeycomb 200D ripstop nylon lining (Axoflux™ Black)
• Grey x-grid 210D ripstop lining (X-Pac® True Red)
• Blood orange honeycomb 200D ripstop nylon lining (X-Pac® Black, Dark Green, ECOPAK™ Black Knight )
• Fits an iPad Mini 6
• 12 thoughtfully designed pockets across 3 compartments
• YKK Waterproof Zippers
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[@Nomads.Nation]

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[@carolinesanderson5950]

Absolutely loved this review. Been looking at so many bags & just hadn't found the right one - Bellboy is a high contender but love that the Alpaca has a strap. Now I might have to get one of each...one for my desk & one to travel! Decisions decisions. But I do love that orange inside. Matches my Keychron keyboard case. Great job. Super helpful :)

[@Nomads.Nation]

So glad the review was helpful Caroline!

[@jonuiuc]

I picked up the tech case mini and really liked the sling capability. I think its a bit thin for me, so I gave that to a friend and am getting the medium wandrd tech bag. But they did a revision to this to make it more similar to the mini (less loud zipper pulls, a handle on back), it also has one less divider inside which I like more. I will pick this new revision p, whenever they release a xpac grey or coyote of this one. Alpaka does a a good job with these smallish slings/pouches, they just have a million diff kinds so you gotta scrutinize the size and features.

[@Nomads.Nation]

its true, there are almost too many slings/pouches to where it's overwhelming

[@idrissamorehouse5776]

Feelin it - best tech /sling to me right now is the MOMENT sling - i actually picked up the REI tech sling which is really good as well - that blood orange fabric and accordian expandability is noice!!

[@Nomads.Nation]

Super noice!

[@Panda-hh8uv]

I used your link and bought the mini version, the perfect size. Love the orange interior and outer xpac (?) material. I wish it had better zipper pulls, because it’s a little hard to unzip, but overall I love it. Thanks for the great review!

[@Nomads.Nation]

thanks so much and hope you continue to enjoy it!

[@Mattzerfyer]

I recently bought the peak design tech pouch, which also has shoulder strap attachment points. But I wish I waited and got this instead. Big fan of the xpac material and the orange lining.

[@Nomads.Nation]

Yea IMO this is better than the Peak Design. Super impressive what the Alpaka team pulled off here

[@azku]

Peak design tech pouch is my favourite. Attach a strap, and it’s quite similar to this. Might get this if my peak design got damaged or something.

[@yo4684]

I like the sling attachment feature for a tech kit. Can already use as a daily carry. Slick design as well.

[@Nomads.Nation]

Yea dude they knocked it out of the park with this one

[@yo4684]

@@Nomads.Nation thanks for the review. Bought it and i love it. Using it sling mode.

[@Nomads.Nation]

@@yo4684 so glad to hear!!

[@sankarthekkedath3120]

Nice video Aaron 👍🏽

[@Nomads.Nation]

Thanks so much Sankar!!

[@rockycontreras6145]

I have 2 slings from them they are very cool in my rotation

[@Nomads.Nation]

nice dude! this is my first review of anything by them but gotta say I was realllyyyy impressed

[@mijaresaldo]

Thanks for the video

[@Nomads.Nation]

My pleasure!

[@unfi6798]

Tech pack, Sling Bag & Hand Bag. All in one matey. Cowabunga.!

[@Nomads.Nation]

Cowa-freaking-bunga!

[@Somebody-kj6be]

I have the wandrd tech pouch, and I never liked how it has just a black interior - makes it difficult to properly see everything. The Alpaka smashes it here. The interior is both gorgeous to look at and user-friendly. Definitely a great contender, just too big for my liking.

[@Nomads.Nation]

Agreed, it's too big for me as well. I'd need a slimmed down version to switch from my Aer Slim Pouch

[@parthdua1337]

Great review bud ! Keep it up 👍🏻

[@Nomads.Nation]

Cheers mate!

[@nikt7527]

Versatile tech case/sling. Nice work by Alpaca 🦙 & great review as always. 👌🏽

[@Nomads.Nation]

Thanks Nik!

[@ZeNex74]

Want it buy love my peak design sling. Can fit my tablet and good when get lunch.. but I keep watching alpaka for my next solution

[@Nomads.Nation]

True dat

[@dandiaz19934]

Love the color scheme and the material. I wish i could justify getting it, bc i REALLY want it

[@Nomads.Nation]

Yea they really did a great job with this one

[@jeffbiederman9218]

Another great video. Thanks! Keep ‘em coming

[@Nomads.Nation]

Thanks Jeff - will do!

[@bradleyb305]

Seems like a cool hybrid between the Peak Design Tech Pouch and the Aer Slim Pouch (which I'm still super happy with)!

[@Nomads.Nation]

nailed it Brad! And yea, I'm still loving my Aer Slim Pouch - it's an essential part of my EDC

[@nickpiper2496]

Just got mine - was worried it was going to be too big compared to Aer slim pouch - but it’s not as big as I feared. I’ll be removing the noisy zips and replace with PSI zipper pulls. The straps give it the edge over my Aer slim pouch - so a thumbs up from me 👍🏻

[@Nomads.Nation]

So glad you like it!!

[@mkphilly]

Good review as always. Love me my AER Day Sling X-Pac from which I can easily hang my AER Slim Tech X-PAC, both in that sweet "blood orange" ....

[@Nomads.Nation]

the Aer color is a bit more of a neon orange, compared to this blood-orange, but I'm just splitting hairs - they are both awesome and functional

[@mkphilly]

@@Nomads.Nation OR, I'm thinking, southeastern morning dew orange 🍊🤔🙄🙂

[@GregoryCWW]

Hey, great review. One thing I've been wondering is how well would this pouch fit a pair of headphones alongside other things. Say something like the Sony MX3 or Bose QC35 size headphones - any chance you can check it out?

[@Nomads.Nation]

Thanks dude! Unfortunately I don't have any of these headphones. Reach out to Alpaka and do let me know what they say :)

[@castgameforchubby810]

Would love to see u review Alpaka tech case “mini” as well please

[@Nomads.Nation]

It’s on our to do list - hopefully soon!

[@aisboy1]

Great review, I have the Alpaka Tech pouch on order, looks awesome, just hope it isn't a bit too big, if so, would definitely go AER slim pak

[@Nomads.Nation]

thanks! both are amazing pouches, can't go wrong with either

[@andyp7787]

@@Nomads.Nationya, but that blood orange……if ya get something else, you’ll always look at that blood orange with regret. I know, cause like you, it’s one of my favourite interiors on any of these style bags. My solution was to just get it in a favourite style edc and be out of the way in future considerations. 😅

[@Nomads.Nation]

@@andyp7787 💯

[@fichulane]

Just bought the mini version, love the orange interior, thanks for the review!

[@Nomads.Nation]

glad to help!

[@Miamis4me305]

Nicely done Aaron. Once again great vid. I just got Aer slim xpac and I love it. But because of my addiction I’ll end up getting this as well. 😂

[@Nomads.Nation]

hahaha the addiction is REAL! Glad you liked the review #miamilove

[@kosongz]

This is a great review. Thank you.

[@Nomads.Nation]

My pleasure!!

[@donkeybro6368]

Very tempting. Seems better than the codeofbell X pod I got last year (not very practical and not very comfortable). How do you feel about using it as an everyday pouch instead of a tech pouch? And is the hand string useful, VS bareback or using a hero clip?

[@Nomads.Nation]

Hey dude! I think it’s good as a edc tech pouch but it’s not going to fit as comfortably as a sling would. As for the carrying options it depends how you carry it. If you walk around the city all day then I don’t think any of the options are ideal, but if you are commuting a bit then I think the hero clip works pretty well.

[@awl168]

I have the Alpaka Bravo X Sling and the zippers are noisy as well.

[@Nomads.Nation]

It’s not a deal breaker for me but not ideal either

[@nlessglory]

What is a good replacement for the zipper pulls?

[@Nomads.Nation]

Not sure tbh, I’m not very handy with stuff like that.

[@bee-anca236]

I got the tech case mini to double as a travel purse

[@Nomads.Nation]

double whammy!

[@jacobmendez]

Will you be doing a review on the Max version? I almost decided on this pouch, but when I saw the max, I wavered. Hard to justify its price though. Would love to hear your thoughts. I think they changed the zippers too! Less jingly perhaps? 😉

[@Nomads.Nation]

Unfortunately I don’t have plans to review it any time soon, but I’ll add it to the wish list 💪🏾

[@mingyao630]

is it possible to wear tech case mini as a clutch [black color] (for attending weeding)?? - is it gonna be weird ?? Thank You

[@Nomads.Nation]

you can def wear it as a clutch but I am no authority to answer your wedding question lol

[@MasterRoastshi]

Sorry to revive an old video but would the sony xm5 fit in this bag? Torn between this one and the tech case max

[@Nomads.Nation]

not sure, probably a great question for Alpaka customer support. Be sure to let us know what they say!

[@ZakBoxer]

How do you compare Alpaka to Aer in terms of design, materials, brand, etc? I’m looking to a sling and I’m torn between the brands.

[@Nomads.Nation]

I’ve only reviewed this one Alpaka product, but I was really impressed by it. I can’t speak for the brand as a whole, but I can say I’ve heard great things. They use awesome materials and certainly know what they are doing

[@rodrigomartinazzi3184]

what to expect from elements tech brief alpaka? will it be very good? compared to nomatic tech case, what do you think?

[@Nomads.Nation]

haven't tested it yet but hoping to very soon! Be sure to subscribe so you know once we go live :)

[@ska7triumph]

So I’m late to this case but have larger ALPAKA slings. Did the early versions not have room for the iPad minis in the back slot, or the hidden charging cable slot in the front pocket? Strange that these 8 month old videos don’t pout this out.

[@Nomads.Nation]

Not sure, I also don’t have an iPad mini so I couldn’t check that

[@TonyBrion]

Maglockz are pretty much a GIVEN with most of Alpaka’s lineup. I LOVE them; so far; more than Fidlocks.

[@Nomads.Nation]

Interesting! It’s my first time hearing of them - so far I’m still a fidlock guy lol

[@TonyBrion]

@@Nomads.Nation To your credit, they also use Fidlocks on some of their bags. It’s usually when they do a limited run/special edition.

[@Nomads.Nation]

@@TonyBrion ok good to know! im really excited to review more of their products, im really impressed with them so far :)

[@JayTrinidad]

Will this fit an iPad mini or an a5 moleskine?

[@Nomads.Nation]

Not sure tbh, I’d recommend reaching out to Aer - they’ll get you sorted 💪🏾

[@iakona23]

Very good design. It would be nice if you could attach it around your waist as well.

[@Nomads.Nation]

I think you should be able to!

[@sdophoto1405]

Would this fit a sony a6600 and a lens?

[@Nomads.Nation]

I don’t have one - best to reach out to Alpaka customer support and see what they say.

[@bladesandbullion3881]

Can you guy review the chrome industries tech pouch please 🙏🏾

[@Nomads.Nation]

We are in touch with Chrome now and hopefully should be doing a few reviews with them soon!

[@ktizomoment]

Can’t wait to get mine very soon!

[@Nomads.Nation]

It’s so awesome! Let us know what you think of it once it arrives

[@ktizomoment]

@@Nomads.Nation most def. I ordered the Slate Grey X-Pac VX21 with the Maglockz Buckle. Can't wait @alpakagear

[@garysandhu5082]

How does it compare to the peak design tech bag?

[@Nomads.Nation]

Very similar, but I slightly prefer this one due to the materials and slightly smaller build

[@everettedl]

"That's where Alpaka's got your backa." Thumbs up just for that one. Screw the whole review, I'm thumbs upping for the dad joke!

[@Nomads.Nation]

Glad someone appreciates my dad jokes 😂

[@lme4339]

TBH, I backed the alpaca tech pouch, but those zippers… they’re still my reason why I would stop my backing. 😖 I really hate those zippers. My alternative would be a Wandrd tech pouch.

[@Nomads.Nation]

WANDRD tech pouches are legit! And yea, those zips aren't quite a deal-breaker for me, but they aren't my fav lol

[@lme4339]

@@Nomads.Nation I know, I am very picky about zippers, but I made my experiences and started to detest low quality zippers like crazy. Other backers also said now, that they dislike them and Alpaka said they will do something about it.

[@Nomads.Nation]

@@lme4339 glad to hear Alpaka is going to change them!

[@JPC326]

They have a fidlock option i think ?

[@Nomads.Nation]

not sure?

[@illdefined]

does it fit the new ipad mini? thanks

[@Miamis4me305]

Funny you ask lol. So on the Facebook ad I commented that to bad it didn’t fit the iPad mini. I based my comment on the measurements. They responded and thanked me for pointing it out because they had just received the iPad mini and indeed it does fit! Even with a case. So they were updating their advertising and correcting the size. I was hoping for a nice discount but alas I’ll have to pay full price hahahaha jk. Alpaka puts out great products and I can’t wait to get my hands on this one.

[@illdefined]

@@Miamis4me305 seems like it. here’s an eyes-on: kzbin.info/www/bejne/mZzaiYCPeqeMpqM

[@ajackson-ross7295]

Can u use it for Nintendo switch

[@Nomads.Nation]

dunno

[@drugstorecowboi]

pro tip - although the HLT doesn't officially bear the title of 'tech pouch', it is a far superior 'tech pouch' or 'sling' or 'purse' or whatever you need to call it to maintain your 'masculinity'. i recently grabbed the fidlock V buckle so my HLT can be carried via shoulder or waste.

[@Nomads.Nation]

Never heard of it but just tried to Google it. Are you referring to the Tom Bihn product?

[@drugstorecowboi]

indeed.

[@Nomads.Nation]

👌🏾

[@travelwithlenses]

Ulanzi has a very similar one.... but I guess that Peak Design will not like it as well ;)

[@Nomads.Nation]

yeah PD is probably used to it by now lol

[@jonathonghowarth]

You didn’t put the sling on it once in the whole video or show how functional it was while wearing it as a sling? Can you update? I’m interested but feel like the sling functionality might be a downer but maybe you could prove me wrong

[@Nomads.Nation]

I cannot

[@MFHRaptor]

Shame that it doesn't come in Ash Grey. I'd like to see a comparison with Peak Design tech pouch.

[@growpurple]

(slate grey X-Pac will be an option )

[@Nomads.Nation]

this

[@babufrick7723]

I’m waiting for the Vertex availability.

[@Nomads.Nation]

Me too, keeps getting pushed back. Hopefully in the next few weeks

[@babufrick7723]

@@Nomads.Nation Today is the launch day and I placed the order. It should be delivered within 12 days.

[@babufrick7723]

@@Nomads.Nation just sent the order 3 days ago. Let’s wait for the delivery.

[@sidbrun_]

I notice you put a disclaimer saying it's now called the "Tech Case" and I've found out why. I put up an eBay listing to sell a case I wasn't using and I titled it "[Brand] Tech Pouch [Features]" and it later got removed, because apparently Peak Design reported it, because apparently Peak Design has a trademark on the words "tech pouch"! So other brands aren't allowed to use the words "tech pouch" anymore, and even individual people aren't allowed to describe something as a "tech pouch" in their eBay listings. I didn't think Peak Design was that kind of company. The funny thing is part of the reason I was selling that tech pouch I had was to put towards Peak Design's one, but now I'm reconsidering and looking at other brands. I don't think I want to support a brand which wants to remove people's eBay listings for using 2 generic everyday words; I'm not some big business trying to copy their products and the one I listed was nothing like their one. I feel like you know a lot about bag companies so maybe you already knew about this? Wonder whether Peak Design has been suing companies for calling their products a "tech pouch"? I feel like this isn't a good thing for the industry.

[@Nomads.Nation]

Very interesting. I agree that it’s a bit aggressive for PD to trademark that but it’s a business move and if they got the trademark good for them (imo)

[@this.is.flyboy]

Maglockz is Fidlock. Alpaka just rebranded it

[@Nomads.Nation]

I don’t think so… Fidlock is notorious for their crazy-aggressive legal team.

[@this.is.flyboy]

@@Nomads.Nation Alpaka Hub “Maglockz” are basically Fidlock Hook kzbin.info/www/bejne/j3PQo4GioMaXhpo

[@ScottHarer]

Why are the links not clickable

[@Nomads.Nation]

good looks! Just fixed :)

[@gblan]

Jingly zipper pulls? Heat shrink 'em, sorted.,

[@Nomads.Nation]

🔥

[@mitchcoin7700]

Hi it is a MAGNETIC STABILIZER STRAP per the web site $25

[@Nomads.Nation]

💯

[@Stormbrise]

Wish they considered different colorways then just grey, camouflage and black. I would prefer a blue or something like the sage green of the peak designs. As a women, I would definitely not be interested in the camouflage. So they seem to be tailoring more to the male aesthetic, forgetting there are female nerds out there that also love tech pouches. I too love the inner color, just want more colors for the shell.

[@Nomads.Nation]

Check out Bellroy - their Color options have no rival

[@Stormbrise]

@@Nomads.Nation I prefer at times to wear my pouches as a sling. Plus I do not like the zipper teeth. I got the Peak Design in midnight blue

[@rosstin23]

Not mentioning Peak Design Tech Pouch for alternatives is fishy

[@Nomads.Nation]

It's pretty similar in design and shape tbh. I just wanted to give the people some options that were a bit different

[@rosstin23]

@@Nomads.Nation noted on that, sir :)

[@kidzawick12]

Are you sure those are YKK zippers? I don't see any mention of that on their website...

[@Nomads.Nation]

The case they sent me - yes, YKK definitely. Can’t speak for the cases on the site now tho.

[@kidzawick12]

@@Nomads.Nation Thanks for double checking. I have it narrowed down to the Alpaka Mini vs the AER slim pouch. How would you compare the two? Appreciate it Aaron!

[@Nomads.Nation]

@@kidzawick12 yikes tough call, you can't go wrong with either. I have a slight preference to Aer, but that's because I've never used the Alpaka Mini, and the Aer is in my daily EDC so it wins by default lol

[@kidzawick12]

Ok any coupon codes you know of for the AER slim pouch by chance?

[@Nomads.Nation]

@@kidzawick12 nah man sorry

[@headphoneboy]

A poor man’s Peak Design Tech Pouch + Leash Strap

[@Nomads.Nation]

I see where you are coming from but I don’t agree. Sure, it’s similar to PD but it’s also better in many ways

[@greengd5231]

ATTACH THE LARGE STRAP MAN! How you going to do a review and not do the dang review? I see the loops are off sided so does it flap alot when walking? How far does it stick out against the chest/back? (My first video I saw from you and I must I have a few wtf moments )

[@Nomads.Nation]

true dat

[@luckyduck1985]

I mean… elephant in the room… this is the Peak Design Tech Pouch but by Alpaka…

[@Nomads.Nation]

yeaaa you aren't 100% wrong, but imo there's enough interesting/unique aspects to this Tech Case to impress me as a non-ripoff product.

[@amybradley5821]

But hate how big the Peak design is compared to this one. It’s too fat and heavy. Think I might try this one.

[@davidtaroyan]

Did Peak Design approve this pouch.. I smell knock off

[@ThexImperfectionist]

Eh. I see the similarities, but there are at least 5 companies selling stitch for stitch identical cheaper copies of the peak design tech pouch on Amazon, so my guess is this isn't even on their radar.

[@Nomads.Nation]

I think it drew some inspiration from PD for sure but is unique enough in its own way as well.

[@TonyBrion]

They’re definitely legit. They’ve had 5 successful Kickstarters, I believe. I actually have 5 of their bags (I think I might have a problem🤦🏾‍♂️)

[@MACxAVELLI]

*squints at screen for 20 seconds because you sound like linus* Great video though

[@Nomads.Nation]

Or does Linus sounds like me? ;)

[@richardfagen1186]

A h ..........come on dude.... call it what it is .....man 👛

[@Nomads.Nation]

Sling. Man purse. Awesome tech kit. All interchangeable terms as far as im concerned!

[@bluecry2000]

it looks like more of a women's purse than a sling.

[@Nomads.Nation]

ur not totally wrong lol

[@dinoprakosa3461]

What is the difference between Black VX21 and VX42. Which one you recommend.

[@Nomads.Nation]

ah not sure Dino, if you find out please let me know!