Orbitkey Urban Sling Plus 6L Review — Best Travel Sling?

A Travel Sling Worth a Closer Look

After years of moving between countries with everything from a single backpack to a full five-suitcase setup, finding a sling that handles real travel duty is rare. The Orbitkey Urban Sling Plus 6L caught my attention ahead of an upcoming trip to Canada, and after packing it out completely, it earned a spot in the rotation.

Build and Materials

The Urban Sling Plus arrives in an olive-toned color and uses a mix of fabrics across the body:

• Front exterior: recycled nylon
• Rear panel: ripstop polyester
• Lining: polyester-based

The zippers are reverse coil and weather-protected, with what appears to be a DWR coating on the main exterior zipper. The brand's zipper pulls are included and feel decent in hand. I couldn't confirm whether the zippers are YKK.

Key dimensions and specs, as listed:

• Height: 12.8 inches
• Width: 8.27 inches
• Expansion: up to about 4 inches
• Weight: approximately 440 grams
• Strap length: about 45.28 inches
• Strap width: about 1.7 inches
• Price: around $100, including free shipping

This is a big sling by design, and the expandable depth adds meaningful capacity when you need it.

Organization

The layout centers on three pockets, plus a well-placed top handle.

Front Pocket

• A mesh pocket suited for sunglasses
• Three slip pockets
• A pen loop up top

The mesh here is a highlight, comparable in quality to what you'd find on AER bags.

Main Compartment

• A large central cavity for bulkier items
• Two mesh pockets inside

This is the workhorse space for larger gear and accessories.

Rear Pocket

The back pocket is padded and versatile, with a few useful touches:

• A cable pass-through at the top, so a power bank on one side can charge a device on the other
• Two slip drop-in pockets

To show what it can actually hold, here's a sense of the full pack-out:

• Front pocket: phone stand, gaming console, hand sanitizer, an X-Pac wallet with cash and passport, a pen, chapstick, nose inhaler, charging cables, and a lens-cleaning cloth
• Main compartment: two mesh pockets holding multiple charging cables (five in total across sides), an eye mask, an inflatable neck pillow, and Soundcore noise-canceling earbuds
• Rear pocket: an iPad mini in a cover, a small accessory pouch, an Anker travel charger, a Nitecore power bank, and a laptop charger

That's an admittedly over-prepared load, but it demonstrates how much the sling can absorb without feeling like it's at its limit.

Comfort and Carry

The strap measures about 45 inches long and 1.7 inches wide. It includes two hook webbings on each side for external carry, which opens up options for clipping on additional gear. In this case, a Hero Clip was attached for extra utility.

One thing to note: the rear panel is lined ripstop polyester with no breathable mesh. If back ventilation is a priority for you, that's worth keeping in mind.

Who It's For

The Urban Sling Plus 6L is a strong fit for travelers who want a single sling that can carry a substantial amount of tech, cables, and everyday essentials without switching to a full backpack. The external carry webbing and expandable depth add flexibility, and the pocket layout keeps a large load organized.

If you prefer a compact, minimalist sling, the size may be more than you need. But for longer trips and heavier daily carry, this one covers a lot of ground.