Wandrd PRVKE 31 vs. Alpaka Gear Elements Travel Backpack
Two carry-on travel backpacks, compared spec for spec.
Feature by feature
| Wandrd PRVKE 31 | Feature | Alpaka Gear Elements Travel Backpack |
|---|---|---|
| Storage | ||
| 2 | Compression | 2 |
| None | Expanded Capacity | None |
| 1 | Opening | 1 |
| back | Passport | front, side |
| Y | Passthrough | Y |
| Carry | ||
| Y | Backpack | Y |
| removable | Hip Belt | hideable |
| removable | Sternum Strap | removable |
| Inside | ||
| 15in | Laptop | 16in |
| 3 | Main Compartments | 3 |
| Y | Organizer | Y |
| Outside | ||
| × | Hard Shell | × |
| Y | Rain-fly | N |
| 1, side | Water Bottle Holder | 1, side |
| Y | Water Resistant | Y |
| Material | |
| Tarpaulin and Ballistic 1680 D Nylon Weather Resistant YKK Zippers | X-Pac VX42 in Black Axoflux Recycled Fabric (POLY 600D) in Black, Army Green & Blue |
Alpaka Gear Elements Travel Backpack
| Capacity | 35 L |
| Weight | 1.6 kg |
| Dimensions | 52×31×20 cm |
| Airline fit | 88% |
| Price | $260 |
Key differences between the Wandrd PRVKE 31 and Alpaka Gear Elements Travel Backpack
- Passport pocket: Back on the Wandrd PRVKE 31; Front, side on the Alpaka Gear Elements Travel Backpack.
- Hip belt: Removable on the Wandrd PRVKE 31; Hideable on the Alpaka Gear Elements Travel Backpack.
- Laptop sleeve: 15in on the Wandrd PRVKE 31; 16in on the Alpaka Gear Elements Travel Backpack.
- Rain cover: Yes on the Wandrd PRVKE 31; No on the Alpaka Gear Elements Travel Backpack.
Both have: compression straps, luggage passthrough, backpack straps, sternum strap, built-in organizer, water bottle pockets, water resistant.
Which airlines take each bag as a carry-on
We checked both bags against the carry-on size limits of 189 airlines. 167 accept both. Every airline that takes one takes the other.
Wandrd PRVKE 31 vs. Alpaka Gear Elements Travel Backpack: which should you pack?
The Alpaka Gear Elements Travel Backpack carries 4L more than the Wandrd PRVKE 31 (31L vs. 35L), while the Wandrd PRVKE 31 is the lighter pack at 1.5kg (vs. 1.6kg). For carry-on flexibility, the Wandrd PRVKE 31 fits 88% of the airlines we track — the higher of the two. If you prioritise packing volume, choose the Alpaka Gear Elements Travel Backpack; if you want to travel lighter, the Wandrd PRVKE 31 is the better call.