ALPAKA Bravo Sling Max V2 vs Grams28 194 Mellow Sling
The ALPAKA Bravo Sling Max V2 is 8L and 0.75kg1.7lb; the Grams28 194 Mellow Sling is 8.1L and 0.75kg1.7lb. They weigh the same. The ALPAKA Bravo Sling Max V2 costs $230 less. The ALPAKA Bravo Sling Max V2 fits the carry-on limit of 36 of 36 major airlines and the Grams28 194 Mellow Sling fits 36; under the seat, 20 and 21 of 26.
| Spec | ALPAKA Bravo Sling Max V2 | Grams28 194 Mellow Sling |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $139Best | $369 |
| Volume | 8L | 8.1L |
| Weight | 0.75kg1.7lb | 0.75kg1.7lb |
| Carry-on compliance | 100% | 100% |
| Personal-item compliance | 77% | 81%Best |
| Dimensions | 26×39×14cm10×15.5×5.5in | 19×35.5×12cm7.5×14×4.5in |
| Laptop | 14" | no laptop sleeve |
| Opening | zip main compartment | magnetic top closure |
| Warranty | Lifetime | Lifetime |
| Organizer | Yes | Yes |
| Shoe compartment | No | No |
| Hydration sleeve | No | No |
| Frame sheet | No | No |
| Water-resistant | Yes | No |
| Rain cover | No | No |
| MOLLE | No | No |
| Hip belt | No | No |
| Sternum strap | No | No |
| Load lifters | No | No |
| Shoulder strap | No | No |
| Luggage pass-through | Yes | No |
| Camera compartment | No | Removable |
| Material | Axogrid 300D exterior; 200D honeycomb ripstop polyester interior | Italian pebbled bovine leather from Gruppo Mastrotto, environment certified tanning |
| Last checked | 2026-09 | 2026-10 |
Where their airline fit differs
| Airline | Limit | ALPAKA Bravo Sling Max V2 | Grams28 194 Mellow Sling |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Airlines | Personal item | Too big | Fits |
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Specs come from each brand's own product page. Fit uses listed dimensions in any orientation. How we score carry-on fit.