Top 10 Slings for Everyday Carry | Best EDC Sling To Buy | Aer, Bellroy, Osprey & more!

In this video, we’re rounding up ten of the best sling bags for everyday carry. Level up your fitness game wherever you travel with this video’s sponsor, Future. Your 1st month is $19-sign up today 👉 packha.kr/ekdn
0:00 - Intro
0:32 - Bellroy Venture Sling 6L: packhacker.com/travel-gear/be...
1:28 - Aer Day Sling 3: packhacker.com/travel-gear/ae...
3:32 - ALPAKA Go Sling Mini: packhacker.com/travel-gear/al...
4:32 - Moment MTW Mini Fanny Sling 1L: packhacker.com/travel-gear/mo...
5:26 - NOMATIC Navigator Lite Sling 1L: packhacker.com/travel-gear/no...
6:26 - Away The Daily Crossbody: packhacker.com/travel-gear/aw...
7:26 - Osprey Arcane Waist: packhacker.com/travel-gear/os...
8:26 - Pacsafe Vibe 100 Anti-Theft Hip Pack: packhacker.com/travel-gear/pa...
9:26 - Pakt Anywhere 5L Sling: packhacker.com/travel-gear/pa...
10:30 - HEX Evolve Sling: packhacker.com/travel-gear/he...
Whether you’re looking for the best EDC Sling money can buy or one to carry a few larger essentials, like a Nintendo Switch or a water bottle, we’ve got recommendations for you. With options from Aer, Pacsafe, Bellroy, and more you’re sure to find an everyday sling bag to carry throughout your trip.
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[@cozyflannel]

The way fannypacks managed the “sling bag” rebranding is impressive. I use one for the beach when I just wanna take some sunscreen, my phone, etc. But at the end of the day I know in my heart it’s a fannypack 😂

[@IntriguedLioness]

For Brits it's still a "bumm bag" 🧐

[@cozyflannel]

@@IntriguedLioness I almost wrote that too in parenthesis 😂

[@jamescastro361]

I call it my “Fanny pack backpack”

[@magouliana32]

Next step, purse 😂

[@cizzlen07]

Lmao finally someone said it 😂

[@EatLotsOfCurry]

The Aer City Sling is best option IMO. Not too large, strap can be tucked in, has handles to carry. Which there was a 2l option and/or a zippered/magnetic pocket on the backside.

[@letsgowalk]

Arc’teryx Mantis 2 is my go to. I like how the straps actually turn at the connectors instead of sticking straight out of the bag in a single direction. This makes it waaaay more comfortable. I also like how an iPad Mini can also fit inside with ease.

[@PackHacker]

Thanks for sharing your insights! 🤙 -Eric

[@bangalorebobbel]

Interesting as always. Everything up-to-date and surely a great fashion statement, too. My collection can't compete with such stuff. A simple Eastpak Doggy Bag 3L does it mostly for me. And I use almost every day a Forclaz 8619465 Multipocket Pipe Bag from Decathlon, which works fine as a crossbody bag. For motorcycle rides where I need more capacity I use every once in a while one of these crazy looking no-name tactical military waist bags instead of a rucksack ... carries water, camera, tripod etc. like nothing ;-) I've got the Eastpak for around 20€, the Decathlon piece for around 8€ and that tactical whatever thing for around 12€. All well spent money, so far.

[@hahni1983]

I‘m actually missing the Heimplanet Transit Line Sling pockets in both available sizes. Definitely a high quality bag to consider for the top ten

[@sebastienmartineausoto1874]

Love my Wandrd - D1 Fanny pack... very versatile and just right size.

[@PackHacker]

Thanks for sharing, Sebastien! -Eric

[@Mikaeru87]

I still use my AER Day Sling 2, because of the 4,5L Capacity. Fits perfectly for all my edc 😊

[@PackHacker]

Thanks for sharing, Michael! -Eric

[@NOMATIC]

These are all amazing slings! Thanks for featuring our Nomatic Navigator Lite Sling 1L!

[@PackHacker]

🤜💥🤛

[@jasonpearson922]

I use the ALPAKA Bravo Sling Mini X42. I love this bag and it was great on my vacation last month.

[@PackHacker]

Thanks for sharing, Jason! -Eric

[@pangag50]

Suggestion: The ScottEvest EDC jacket is basically a bag that looks like a jacket and it'd be interesting to have you review it for us.

[@PackHacker]

We’ve got some SCOTTeVEST content coming soon! -Eric

[@omokok1877]

Sick

[@pangag50]

@@PackHacker I hope it's the EDC jacket (even if it's too pricey to comfortably recommend)

[@maudnme]

I just bought a Tomtoc sling. Very happy with it. I would suggest including it in reviews of this kind. Great quality and great price point.

[@PackHacker]

Thanks for sharing your insights! 🤙 -Eric

[@suenummy]

Jelly of your purple cotopaxi btw, been waiting for that lilac shade to show up

[@soloms11]

I Have a Kalenji Messenger from Decathlon, 5L and it's amazing

[@PackHacker]

Thanks for the suggestion! I’ll pass it along. -Eric

[@acopperheart]

BEEN WAITINGGGGGGGGGG FOR THIS!!

[@PackHacker]

Here it is! 😀 -Eric

[@Badzazz]

I love my Black Ember TKS. It fits my reading glasses, wallet and earbuds. It is also waterproof.

[@PackHacker]

Thanks for sharing! 😃 -Eric

[@travisbalthasar9544]

Great video and the wearing sling visuals ty

[@PackHacker]

Thanks, Travis! -Eric

[@suenummy]

I love the Kipling Albanu Multi Convertible bag it has multiple zip sections, small and compact and a detachable sling strap. The waist strap is attached but stows away in its own pocket. I fully pack it with a rain jacket, small whiskey bottle for water, keys, wallet, small bug repellent and a spray on antiseptic and more... perfect for 1-3mile short hikes.

[@PackHacker]

Thanks for sharing your thoughts!

[@liamblu]

Convenience is "key", pun intended? 😂 I am amazed by Alpaka gear. Please create more videos including their bags.

[@PackHacker]

Thanks for the suggestion! I’ll pass it along. -Eric

[@theplourde]

I wear a $7 Walmart brand Fanny pack and I love it. My only downside with it is that my battery bank could be smaller/more compact. Other than that it holds everything. Although I wouldn’t buy the Away Crossbody because of those loops/hooks for the strap. They look too fragile.

[@PackHacker]

Is it an Ozark Trail model or something different? Thanks for sharing. -Eric

[@oleksiiderkach4840]

Thanks!

[@MB-qx9vn]

Can you please include the approximate prices for each piece of gear on the videos? Thank you for including the links but I think it would a lot more helpful if the prices were directly in view at glance . Helps to see what I shouldn’t invest myself into too much if the price is crazy.

[@PackHacker]

Prices change all the time, so we don’t want to have incorrect information in our videos in the long run! -Eric

[@TeleeFONE]

My fav is crumpler, looks good and so durable, mine has last for 3 years and still so good.

[@PackHacker]

Thanks for sharing your insights with us! 😃 -Eric

[@xuanxuan1898]

My sling bags: Aer day sling 2, 3 & one Tomtoc more.

[@DKatri1]

With reviews for slings it’d be really handy if you showed it slinged over both shoulders.

[@DeputatKaktus]

Let’s face it: They are basically purses. There, I said it. I don’t care what label you slap on them. Whether you are a guy, gal or anything else - a good idea remains a good idea. And I am here for it. Still, it takes some getting used to having grown up during the late 80s and 90s when the „fanny pack“ was all the rage.

[@geraldmcmullon2465]

In setting out to find a better bag to carry my junk in with enough volume to take my camera I had to get several in to try. Not even Pack Hacker's longer term report could do more than narrow my short list down. It is the things than no one mentioned, or I missed in reviews, that I found more of a deal breaker to use than I initially though. One has a portrait carry tall and thin but has a long zip on the side. It meant that stuff I want to stay in place dropped elsewhere when carried. Another I found the perfect carry but the strap which made for comfort when over the shoulder became annoying when not worn, moving in and out of a car, finding a spot near where I was working and the heavy strap wanting to go elsewhere, etc. The one that seemed to have more initial problems has turned out to be not bad at all not having the faults of the other two and its niggles still there but not as bad as the others turned out to have. As always your mileage may differ. Unfortunately it means I have slings now to pass on.

[@PackHacker]

Thanks for all the detailed insights, Gerald! It sounds like you know what you are looking for in general, and that’s important. -Eric

[@nizamialickolli8603]

using code of bell, also have aer day 3 xpac, city xpac, alpaka pouch Max love them all.

[@PackHacker]

Thanks for watching 😃 -Eric

[@gerardmenjouis4095]

My sling bag : Aer City sling (X-pac version)

[@PackHacker]

What’s your favorite feature? -Eric

[@mohammadmoayyadsiddiqui7951]

Could you a best silicone travel liquid bottles such as eagle creek human gear and gravel and much more ?

[@BolterGoBrrr]

I tried the Belroy ones and didn't really like how they sit on my body and the size of it. Also, the zippers don't fully close the main compartment and that is a big no-no for me. I bought the tomtoc Sling Bag and I absolutely love it!

[@PackHacker]

Thanks for sharing! 😃 -Eric

[@ZickZak]

I like the triangle slim ones that don't make you look like you're from 1980s

[@elliehubbard8997]

Still my favorite is the AER Day Sling 1. This first version works best for me.

[@PackHacker]

What do you like most about the Day Sling 1? 🧐 -Eric

[@elliehubbard8997]

@@PackHacker For me it's the PERFECT bag and I am VERY picky. I made a few modifications but it fits everything that I need to carry, is flexible and hugs the body if it's worn as a sling or waist bag. There is plenty of room for extras like a small water bottle, a small book, snacks etc. I have tried all of the AER Day sling bags and City Sling bags and the first Day sling is still my favorite. I sewed the pockets up the middle so that my phone can fit in vertically on one side and my wallet fits in the other side. Then I removed the plastic buckle and put kevlar webbing on the straps for security and then used metal loop fasteners. It makes it more difficult to use as a waist pack but is perfect for a sling. I own several so I play with them.

[@PackHacker]

Wow, thanks for sharing all of that, Ellie! It sounds like you’ve got it down to a science. -Eric

[@jenniferjunkyardmorris7857]

can you also do next size up slings

[@JoeLopez]

I carry a X100V camera and have the Moment Fanny sling. Good bag but I recently bought the Tomtoc Compact EDC sling bag, great bag!

[@PackHacker]

Thanks for sharing, Joe! The Tomtoc Compact EDC has been on our radar, but I’ll pass it along as a suggestion. Can it handle your film cameras, though? 🧐 -Eric

[@JoeLopez]

@@PackHacker Hi Eric! My F3 with a 50 1.8 does fit inside!

[@robinlennon4752]

Hi Joe, does your X100V fit okay in the Tomtoc, much room for other items ? I like to carry smaller Fuji cameras in Slings like Chrome and am interested in the Tomtoc. Thanks

[@JoeLopez]

@@robinlennon4752 Hi. I have been carrying the V with the 49B hood and a mulepack pouch in the Tomtoc. So far so good

[@robinlennon4752]

@@JoeLopez Thanks for the reply Joe. I can only order online which is always less than ideal when trying to decide how well things fit so any first hand knowledge is always great to hear 👍

[@kevindelane2385]

Does anyone know of a security cover to wrap/cover the belt Clip of a sling bag?? Any links to them?

[@Nofkuyoutube]

I prefer the DSPTCH RND Dyneema Sling

[@JustJessee]

My everyday carry is the Aer City Sling 2, and while I love the design of it I REALLY regret getting it in X-Pac. I've had it for...almost 2 years (? or slightly less, ordered it the day it was released) and it has not 'broken in' at all. It's incredibly rigid feeling and I guess it's on me for thinking that water-resistance would be more of a concern than the feel of the bag. :-/ I originally got it after months of bag-searching, wanting something that would work for both sling/hip-pack wearability, at home daily use and to be my "small personal item" to keep on me while on planes. It just...didn't work out. What I want accessible while being stuffed in a seat in flight just didn't fit the Aer City Sling 2. Totally bummed since it was so expensive (to me). In comes the DadsFanny bag. Ridic name but man oh man, it did exactly what I needed it to do for my travel needs (and much cheaper!). I love the expandable water bottle pouch on the bottom of the bag, that's a game changer for theme park use. They've been out of stock of traditional colors, so I wound up with something a little more funky looking than I wanted...so I will be keeping an eye out for when they start re-stocking in solid colors (or just something more 'me') to grab a 2nd bag. For now, the funky color will stay stored with my travel gear, ready to do what it needs to. But I will ultimately be replacing my much more...chic Aer City Sling 2 with this little DadsFanny. Maybe that'd change if I could get my hands on some of the newer styles from Aer in a brick&mortar or something, but I just really don't want to buy any more expensive gear without physically feeling it and experiencing how it sits on my body.

[@PackHacker]

Thanks for sharing! Your insights are super in-depth and helpful 😀 -Eric

[@DaCurryman]

Is the PacSafe one the only one that buckles in the front (next to pouch)? Don't want someone on the street/train to just be able to unbuckle it while behind me, which seems to be the case with all the others.

[@SaltLifeGeo]

Is there a store where I can check some out in person they all look great 👍

[@jonnygelato]

Evergoods MHP3.5, Heimplanet, Code of Bell

[@PackHacker]

Thanks for sharing! -Eric

[@lildronx9445]

tomtoc is a very good budget option, consider it next time

[@PackHacker]

Thanks for the suggestion! I’ll pass it along. -Eric

[@lfyoung]

Ahhh. Fanny pack 2.0. Nice.

[@PackHacker]

Something like that 😃

[@gvarph7212]

Which of these could fit a 26x16cm tablet? (1cm longer and 2cm less wide than the Ipad Pro 11")

[@Krankerou]

the code of bell X-pod is missing

[@skyecore]

I like that Hex one, not too bulbus and mickymouse-hat looking like some of those things

[@jennifer_u]

A good crossbody purse will also work 😉🙃

[@PackHacker]

Good call, Jennifer! 😃 -Eric

[@kencchen]

I’d classify most bags on this list as hip/waist packs…

[@KJSCalderon]

Can you review the LTT backpack please? Thanks in advance 😊

[@PackHacker]

👀👀👀

[@mayhow5034]

personally i can recomend tomtoc sling as great alternative to aer day sling

[@PackHacker]

👀👀👀

[@jamaliciousben]

Anyone have a recommendation for a sling that fits both a water bottle and an 11 in iPad Air? I thought the new Pakt sling would work (its on paper dimensions seems like it will fit an iPad) but the way they have rounded off the edges makes it *just* too small.

[@suenummy]

Prob an Osprey Daylite sling.

[@looneybinjim]

Chrome Kadet all the way...

[@joeross93]

Can you please review the rec gen bags from Sydney Australia

[@PackHacker]

Thanks for the suggestion! I’ll pass it along 😃 -Eric

[@stevenfisher6185]

What is the duffel shown at 9:58? (It the "other" duffle that the Pakt Anywhere Sling is shown with.)

[@PackHacker]

That’s the Aer Go Duffel 2! More info: packhacker.com/travel-gear/aer/go-duffel-2/ -Eric

[@WrldExplorer]

I have been searching for a perfect sling bag for me, and I think I found it. Its the Tumi Platoon Sling. Its definitely not cheap, but I needed quick access to a water bottle, and I can't get any better than this bag. it also has a separate (outside the bag) phone slide in pocket. I have a wrist strap attached to my iPhone 14 Pro Max, so its easy to pull my phone out when needed. the bottle pocket does take up space from the inside when used, so you do have options whether you use a reusable or a disposable. But if you don't carry much like me, it wouldn't matter.

[@PackHacker]

Thanks for sharing! 😃 I’ll pass along your suggestion. -Eric

[@Matt-xq6ow]

How do you carry or stuff a jacket into a sling?

[@gabriellaredo]

Can you review the Osprey Farpoint 40 2022 version please 🙂

[@PackHacker]

Thanks for the suggestion! I’ll pass it along. -Eric

[@JM356]

Evergoods CAS2 didn't make the cut?

[@GaryMeacher]

Thoughts on slings for bigger bodied folks?

[@briang1310]

Obese people? Just get a book bag. You can't fit junk food and other items in a sling.

[@AK-ze5in]

It would be better if you provide measurements of each model

[@Kizarat]

I feel like the Osprey Daylite Sling pack is missing from this list.

[@yasinhossen1894]

Hello brother is small bag free with big bag or not

[@omokok1877]

Not sure which one to get between day sling 3 and pacsafe metrosafe x urban sling

[@PackHacker]

Both are great options 😃 -Eric

[@omokok1877]

@@PackHacker wow so helpful

[@MrPinpoint007]

Suggestion: Greenroom136 metrorunner

[@Sabieri]

and metromonger too (to be fair all greenroom136 bags are great )

[@PackHacker]

Thanks for the suggestion! I’ll pass it along. -Eric

[@user-mt1um8dt8g]

Is there any sling which can fit in a iPad Pro in it?

[@geraldmcmullon2465]

There is a point when what you pack is more about weight than size. I managed to put 6kg into a sling and then realised this was a terrible carry and used a back pack - two straps and a waist strap if I wanted. Even carrying an 8" tablet, phone, earbuds, wallet etc with cables and charger was close to being too much for a sling.

[@growpurple]

You can fit an 11' iPad pro in an alpaka bravo X sling (6 litre ) this is one of my favourites (xpac vx50 in black) for many reasons from comfort, buckle placement, the materials and pocket layout. Love it. Alpaka bravo sling max would easily carry the iPad and has a very thick padded strap (I own a small* collection of alpaka bags ) which If you were regularly carrying heavier load I would recommend (assuming you want to go with a sling rather than a backpack *Between myself and my partner we own 7 alpaka bags and love them all.

[@d.oliveras8012]

Bolstr sling ?

[@chip9781]

Is there a EDC Sling that's waterproof?

[@ador7572]

anyone know the Orange bag right on top of his head?

[@PackHacker]

That’s the United By Blue 15L Commuter Backpack! More info: packhacker.com/travel-gear/united-by-blue/15l-commuter-backpack/ -Eric

[@BSci9]

Does anyone hear in the comment section know of any 8L to 10L bags for every day carry that has a lot of compartments? Preferably with zippers on most. I also carry a pistol in it.

[@marubinooo]

Why no tomtoc?

[@jrkinabalu99]

I thought fjallraven ulvo was on the list.. all of that slingbags, none of them have compression straps to attach your tripod of longer item.

[@yasinhossen1894]

Does the company give the small bag free with the big bag?

[@MehoyMenoy13]

No aer city sling 2 and evergoods mph 3.5 😢

[@PackHacker]

So many slings, so little time 😢 -Eric

[@tabithamcfarland5943]

This was a good video but it would have been good to see more actual sling bags rather than Fanny packs one can use as a sling.

[@johnfaustus1]

I have a fanny pack that I've used for over 18 years from Filson - can someone explain what the advantage/difference is with a sling bag vs fanny pack?

[@PackHacker]

A fanny (waist) pack is designed to be worn around your waist, whereas a sling bag can be worn diagonally. There’s often some crossover between the two 😃 -Eric

[@mayasarmonia3257]

No black ember tks?

[@user-py6tq8lw3n]

Why don’t ANY of these reviewers have a Chrome Industries bag!?? They are super nice, fantastic straps and a quick disconnect strap….I wear a hat and never need to “duck” to get my bag off…

[@PackHacker]

We’ve tested a lot of Chrome Industries gear! 😃 packhacker.com/travel-gear/chrome/

[@karsonokarsono8405]

Nothing from tumi?

[@CT-ek3gv]

I thought “Sling Bag” was a backpack with 1 shoulder strap instead of 2 But like mention its basically a fanny pack

[@djnovakovic]

why not Thule brand taken into consideration? :)

[@PackHacker]

What’s your favorite Thule sling? -Eric

[@djnovakovic]

@@PackHacker there is THULE Tact and also Thule Rail model :) not to mention Klattermusen Eldner waist bag :) both worth mentioning (im not Swedish) -Djordje

[@PackHacker]

Thanks for the suggestions! I’ll pass them along. -Eric

[@fistpump6145]

@@PackHacker THULE has a new sling in their Aion line.

[@ladyj6641]

Couple of points: 1. Please include the full length of the shoulder straps in all your reviews. This is a key indicator for many people who are tired of short straps. Saying there is “plenty” of strap is too vague. 2. When reviewing the Away sling, please reconsider your use of stereotypically gendered terms/activities for describing the bag’s usage. I don’t know why this bag warranted such special treatment when none of the other bags did. There’s nothing about the Away bag that screams “This bag is for women only”, it seems pretty unisex to me. I really enjoy your work, and I know you put a ton of time and effort into your videos. Also like the new music!

[@PackHacker]

Thanks for sharing your insights 😃 We’re always striving to make better content, so your feedback is helpful. We’ll see you in the next one! -Eric

[@Amirul_Zahin]

Greenroom 136 make the best sling & bag. The best thing about that brand is, you can customize material and compartments based on ur requirements. Go and check it out. Most important is, its from 🇲🇾

[@PackHacker]

Thanks for the suggestion! I’ll pass it along 😃 -Eric

[@marianthelibrarian2274]

No love for Trakke slings

[@PackHacker]

We dig Trakke gear! It just isn’t a perfect EDC inclusion. Thanks for the comment! -Eric

[@seechangenyc280]

I love my Trakke Largo and Banana.

[@marianthelibrarian2274]

@@seechangenyc280 Me too!

[@JCreole]

80’s called and want their Fanny packs returned …😂

[@PackHacker]

😂😂😂

[@lavalianyuckstersthorazine2123]

Most of those things are just fancy fanny packs