INTENSE Sling Bag Showdown TomToc vs. Alpaka

After carrying the TomToc Compact EDC sling for the last year or so, I decided to switch to the Alpaka Vertical Sling as my edc. For me, the Alpaka is the better option for everyday carry given its vertical layout. I especially like that it makes full use of the pocket clips on my pen, flashlight, and multi-tool. Additionally, the fact that this can hold my iPad Mini AND a portable keyboard, is a homerun.

My Everyday Carry
Alpaka Vertical Sling
USB-A to Lightning
USB-C to USB-C
USB-C to Lightning

[danjohnson]

I did order the same Tomtoc that you had and it did the exact same thing shifted to my left side 👍.

[danjohnson]

I just ordered an alpaca Bravo Mini sling pack .... Can't wait to get it 👍👍

[csgonzales]

I got the tomtoc sling like yours but in medium size. My regular ipad fits. Plus, the larger sling looks better for bigger guys like us.

[jcgnbd]

I am a carry everything and the kitchen sink - so I appreciate you wanting to get everything in. However, watching you load the bag, I noticed that if you place the long cords down inside the main pouch, there is open space (by the way the bag sit when you open it up- you can see the it wrinkle into the open space-if that makes sense). My bags are all packed the way yours is - snug with everything I want in there. Lol

[JeffLkk]

Hi there, for the tomtoc bag, even if you tighten up the strap, does the bag still going side way like you mentioned? I'm a big guy as well

[krizbread]

Hi! Great review. Was just wondering if you considered the Alpaka Metro Sling? I'm trying to choose between the two, Vertical or Metro.

[albertreade]

You’re tryin* to fit tomtoc 4.5 liter bag into a 2.2 bag n I’ve had both n kept the alpaca because the strap is about 8 inches longer and is vertical and sling carry or shoulder carry n im a big guy too

[jeanneprice]

Wow…that Alpaka has too much stuff in it. Try a Vanquest Dendrite. Or a backpack

[jaretschwab]

Bro needs DORA THE EXPLORER BACKPACK for when he gets his monkey !

[panda.]

Strange how I'm literally debating between these 2 slings... 😂