Sling reviews from Reddit
Summary
We analyzed 209 Reddit reviews across 33 subreddits and 76 posts to rank the best Sling brands recommended by redditors, including communities like r/ManyBaggers, r/babywearing, r/airsoft, r/ar15, r/Lumix. Top-rated brands include Aer (4.5/5), Alpaka (4.8/5), Bellroy (4.5/5).
Stats
Reviews209
Subreddits33
Posts76
Brands62
Products91
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#1
Aer
4.5
(24)
"AER day sling 3 xpac. The GOAT."
"The Aer Day Sling 3 will hold 2 phones and a Kindle."
"Seconding the Aer Day Sling 3. Not too big, comfortable to wear, and it can store everything you list with room to spare."
"I love it cuz it fits my iPad Pro w/ keyboard perfectly along with a bunch of other stuff."
"Check out Aer’s https://aersf.com/products/day-sling-3-x-pac"
"I have the Aer Day Sling 3 and use it for everything."
"I have the day sling 3 max and love it."
"I use the Aer Day Sling 3 for my X-Pro 3 + 27MM pancake combo."
"Fits my A6700+Sigma 18-50."
"Works well and expands when needed but skin when not full."
#2
Alpaka
4.8
(16)
"Alpaka metro v2 definitely fits a paperwhite and my iPhone pro also the mystery ranch district 2 both are 2 of my favourites."
"Is absolute quality and functions like a tech pouch without the sling attachment."
"Alpaka Bravo Sling Max V2"
"Alpaca make great sling bags for minis."
"I just picked up the Alpaka flight sling 2L that fits the iPad mini nicely"
"I really do like to use it for carrying my 14 inch Laptop and 11 inch tablet."
"The one that got used all the time was the alpaka metro v2."
"I’m very happy with my Alpaka flight sling."
"Alpaka Go Sling Nano is perfect for the x100vi."
"I just started using the Alpaka Flight Sling."
#3
Bellroy
4.5
(16)
"Bellroy slings are great!"
"I have a Bellroy Venture sling and i can carry my S5Ii in it with a lens attached and 2 more lenses if needed."
"I'm in love with my Bellroy Slings."
"Fit my a7iii with Tamron 28-75mm f2.8 without any issues."
"Fit my a7iii with Tamron 28-75mm f2.8 without any issues."
"Bellroy venture sling is king."
"[Bellroy Lite Sling Mini] 4L, and the arcade gray is on sale for $49."
"I really like my Bellroy Venture Sling 6L."
"There is a Bellroy sale on Aliexpress. Not too many things but slings are there."
"Bellroy Lite Sling Mini. It’s pretty low profile in black or gray."
#4
Blue Force Gear
4.8
(14)
"Vickers Padded, definitely."
"I have a vickers BFG 2-point. I really like it."
"Blue Force Gear Vickers Sling"
"I run a Blue Force gear Vickers on all my rifles"
"Just get a blue force gear padded sling with at least 1 QD swivel for the front."
"The vickers padded sling has been my go to on the M4"
"Blue force gear make nice slings"
"I have on mine."
"Big fan of."
"Can’t go wrong with the Vickers 221."
#5
Tomtoc
4.4
(14)
"It will be the best value for the money and will prevent you from spending a fortune."
"Tomtoc sling has tons of space in a small form factor and are very durable."
"I use this one from Tomtoc but my gf likes the Lululemon belt bag."
"Fits my a7iii and samyang 35mm prime."
"Tomtoc Explorer T21 (4.5 L) X-pac works perfectly for me."
"I’ve been a huge fan of Tomtoc slings for a while. Might be a bit small for what you have here but they are very well made and have good organization too."
"Amazon sells the 1.5 and 3.5L but the 2.5L is only sold through tomtoc."
"Tomtoc t33, 2.5L version might fit the bill. If you want a bit more space, the 3.5L would also work."
"Tomtoc has always been a bang for buck na bags and recommended sa reddit."
"A nice budget option is the tomtoc Aviator T33 3.5L."
#6
Hope & Plum
4.7
(7)
"I love mine. I have it in cobalt and it’s gorgeous and feels so much more sturdy than I expected."
"I think you’d enjoy the hope and plum a lot."
"Another vote for short length hope & plum. I'm 5'3" and I have a lot of other slings, this one is the easiest to use!"
"I have 2 Hope & Plum ring slings (their hemp blend and a linen) and they’re both constantly in rotation."
"You’re looking for a Hope & Plum. Best of the best."
"I love my hope & plum ring sling."
"Hope and Plum have a good reputation, either hemp or linen will be more supportive than plain cotton."
#7
Ferro
4.4
(7)
"Is the only one I would recommend it’s nice and thick but also thin."
"Is the most comfortable sling I’ve ever used."
"I’ve used mine a ton and love it, best two point sling imo."
"Ferro Slingster and BFG Vickers Padded."
"It's a love hate with the pull tab mechanics."
"Ferro slingster"
#8
Magpul
4.3
(7)
"Is the perfect sling for me."
"I have 0 complaints about my Maghull ms3."
"Magpul MS1, $18 on Amazon right now, with or without 2 Paraclip attachments."
"I’m a simple man."
"I picked a Magpul ms1 padded"
"I run Magpul MS1 slings on my hunting firearms."
"Cheap, effective, easy to use."
#9
Peak Design
4.1
(7)
"I recommend a Peak Design 3L sling. I was able to fit Nikon ZF with 2 S/M lenses."
"I have been using PD 3L sling and it’s been great!!"
"Peak Design Everyday Sling 6L or 10L"
"Yeah I feel like the Peak 6L Sling is the minimum. I have the 3L and 6L and no way I could fit my caged S5 with a lens in that thing."
"I got the 6l one. It small enough and fit my s5iix and 70-300 pretty easily."
"I was eyeing the Peak Design Everyday Sling Bag V2 6L myself. Looks like it will do the job."
"Have the PD 6L sling, and it can barely take my GX80 + a few lenses + my EDC. Without feeling too bulky."
#10
Wandrd
4.2
(6)
"Wandrd 9L sling is on sale on their site. I have the 9L and love it."
"I’m switching back and forth between the Wandrd and ALPAKA slings. Both are very compact and well made."
"Wandrd Rogue 9L Sling"
"Literally have the same situation but the wandrd 6L bag works for this no problem plus an extra lens although its on the larger side"
"Wandrd sling"
"I bought a Wandrd 9L Sling. This fits the Z8 with 70-200mm mounted."
#11
Chrome
4.5
(4)
"Is a killer cycling sling. Has the little slip pocket on the back for a u-lock, which I absolutely love."
"I love my Kadet and that things can fit a surprising amount of stuff."
"If you really want a sling then look at chrome industries kadet range"
"The chrome kadet, code of bell xpac one (if you can find em) greenroom136 metrorunner, and the modern dayfarer sling"
#12
Tom Bihn
4.5
(4)
"If you’re in doubt, go for Tom Bihn Cafe small. The bag is so chill looking."
"The zipper on the front center of the Tom Bihn Co-Pilot is the perfect size for a travel coffee cup or smaller (16oz) water bottle. It’s a great bag."
"Tom Bihn side kick."
"Not the prettiest thing in the world, but super versatile."
#13
Frank Proctor
4.0
(4)
"It’s lightweight and has different options for attachment methods."
"I really like my frank proctor sling. Superlight and no hardware needed so no rattling or extra cost."
"Proctor or trexarms."
#14
Moby
5.0
(3)
"The Moby wrap was the best!"
"Moby worked really well for us."
"We loved the moby wrap."
#15
Boba
4.7
(3)
"I use the boba ring sling for my 17 month old every day."
"I just bought a boba ring sling for my 20 pound 15 month old."
"I got the boba ring sling for my 15 month old and find it really light weight!"
#16
Vickers
4.7
(3)
"Seems like Vickers is the winner."
"Just get a Vickers."
"Vickers, viking or trex arms."
#17
Ferro Concepts
4.7
(3)
"I run ferro concepts slingster on everything"
"Ferro concepts slingster."
"Is what I have on mine."
#18
Ring Sling
4.3
(3)
"I use the ring sling for quick ups for my 8mo. I like that I can toss her into a front, hip, or back carry."
"I would second a ring sling. You can post a fit check here to ensure you have it setup properly!"
"I’d get a ring sling. Can have a bit of a learning curve but once you get it it’s really quick ups and easy to just keep on."
#19
Edgar Sherman
3.7
(3)
"Edgar sherman. but if you want padded, the BFG Vickers is a solid pick."
"Edgar Sherman Design."
"Edgar Sherman. I have a T-Rex Arms sling on the way too."
#20
Topo Designs
5.0
(2)
"It’s a great bag."
"Rover pack mini?"
#21
Code of Bell
5.0
(2)
"Code of Bell x-POD II taking mine to Disney next week!"
"I’ve used it on multiple family vacations and have come to the conclusion that it’s the perfect bag."
#22
Wotancraft
5.0
(2)
"Is really popular on here and would fit your kit quite well but protect it much better than the Bellroy slings."
"Fits an X-T5 with an 18mm f2."
#23
Osprey
5.0
(2)
"I have both the Daylight sling and the Daylite Plus pack."
"I love my Osprey Daylite Sling. I’ve been using it for years and it still looks brand new."
#24
Matador
5.0
(2)
"I’m really impressed with that one."
"I love it - it's really good for a packable backpack."
#25
Timbuk2
4.5
(2)
"I wanted something big enough for travel and also not a full on sling style and found Timbuk2 Vapor crossbody."
"Timbuk 2 Vapor Crossbody."
#26
Go Sling
4.5
(2)
"It a great edc bag."
"I would go for the Go Sling Mini, it's still quiet compact but has enough room to not look overpacked."
#27
Nalakai
4.5
(2)
"I love my Nalakai ring sling. It fits well and I’m 5’2 and it’s very breathable"
"I'd go for Nalakai, boba, or hip baby."
#28
Venture
4.5
(2)
"It was comfortable for the entire thing."
"I got a Venture 6L as my first sling and I can tell you it’s very big."
#29
Amazon
4.5
(2)
"This one! Its perfect. Just put a rolled up towel in the bottom to give more support and height. My puppy loves it!"
"Dog Carrier Sling - Reversible... This is the one I use. My girl is getting bigger now and I feel like I need something a little more high quality, but I’ve had so many compliments and questions about this little bag irl."
#30
5.11
4.5
(2)
"I use the 5.11 low vis sling, I can fit diapers, wipes, extra clothes."
"I use the 5.11 low vis sling, I can fit diapers, wipes, extra clothes, bottles and all my stuff too."
#31
MindShift
4.5
(2)
"Consider mindshift gear photocross 13. It's 11 litre and fits mirrorless with standard zoom plus two other lenses."
"MindShift PhotoCross 13"
#32
Viking Tactics
4.5
(2)
"I really love my Viking Tactics sling. About $50 but is quickly adjustable and stays taught. Good if you use the sling as a shooting aid."
#33
SKRP
4.5
(2)
"SKRP and Ferro are the shit."
"There are tons of good brands out there."
#34
Think Tank
4.5
(2)
"This is my go to sling bag. Think Tank makes the best products out there."
"Think Tank SpeedTop Crossbody 15"
#35
Greenroom136
4.0
(2)
"Greenroom136 metromonger. It’s 9L but it’s a huge 9L."
"I use a Greenroom136 Metromonger with the medium kitpouch."
#36
Loud Industries Sling
4.0
(2)
"Loud Industries slings are great, and not expensive."
"Loud Industries."
#37
Edgar Sherman Designs
4.0
(2)
"But look into the Edgar Sherman Designs sling. The one handed adjustability is pretty sick."
#38
Patagonia
5.0
(1)
"This is my daily EDC bag for work and walking around."
#39
MontBell
5.0
(1)
"It's superior to a backpack in the heat because it's not hanging on your back."
#40
Savvy
5.0
(1)
"It’s amazing."
#41
Eddie Bauer
5.0
(1)
"It was the best option for me when I needed one for a combo hiking/city trip."
#42
tomtoc
5.0
(1)
"Easy recommendation for the tomtoc T24 7l sling."
#43
UKRED
5.0
(1)
"All in all, very happy with it - well worth the money."
#44
Ruger
5.0
(1)
"I have something older but [very similar to this](https://shopruger.com/Ruger-Cobra-Tan-Leather-Sling/productinfo/19103/)."
#45
Janji
5.0
(1)
"The [Janji Multipass Sling Bag](https://janji.com/products/multipass-sling-bag)!"
#46
Mr S Leather
5.0
(1)
"Highly recommend especially for tall guys."
#47
Evoc
4.0
(1)
"This might not be exactly what you are looking for but checkout the Evoc Capture 7L."
#48
Seek Outside
4.0
(1)
"The quality is insane in my opinion."
#49
Compagnon
4.0
(1)
"Check out the Compagnon Element sling."
#50
Uniqlo
4.0
(1)
"There’s a trendy slingbag from uniqlo right now, I feel like that could be a good solution?"
#51
USGI
4.0
(1)
"Basic, effective & cheap ($25 on Amazon & US made)."
#52
Pgytech
4.0
(1)
"Pgytech OneGo Shoulder Bag"
#53
Moment
4.0
(1)
"Moment Rugged Camera Sling"
#54
Top Paw
4.0
(1)
"I use the Top Paw sling carrier from PetSmart"
#55
T Rex Arms
4.0
(1)
"Have a slingster and T Rex Arms. Put the T Rex above because I like having the loop instead of the tab to adjust."
#56
Tenba
4.0
(1)
"Tenba Soltice 10L Sling Bag"
#57
Jim Support
4.0
(1)
"They make the slings and stands that used to be sold by Mr. S."
#58
Tacticon Armament
4.0
(1)
"I’ve been using the tacticon armament elite sling."
#59
LL Bean
4.0
(1)
"There’s an ll bean stowaway sling. I love their backpacks."
#60
Jim Sport
4.0
(1)
"I suggest shopping around for the leather sling because they can be found for <$300 on Amazon."
#61
Donjoy
4.0
(1)
"It has enabled me to sleep in my bed since night 1."
#62
Rework
4.0
(1)
"Rework Toshi."
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