AKONA vs Waterproof
Huron DX Mesh Backpack vs WP DRYBAG 65L
Which one would we buy?
AKONA
Waterproof
Scores are our editorial opinion of these models, based on features, suitability and ownership trade-offs—not hands-on test results. How we chose →
We’d pick the WP DRYBAG 65L.
Our pick is Waterproof WP DRYBAG 65L. Our pick when keeping spray off your kit matters more than mesh ventilation: welded seams and a roll top suit that brief.
Which one suits you?
AKONA Huron DX Mesh Backpack
Our favourite for wet gear carried on the shoulders: an exterior pocket and mesh construction make it a useful boat-bag layout. It is not a padded flight case; keep delicate gear protected separately.
Get to know this model →Waterproof WP DRYBAG 65L
Our pick when keeping spray off your kit matters more than mesh ventilation: welded seams and a roll top suit that brief. Let wet equipment dry after the trip rather than storing it sealed inside.
Get to know this model →Specifications side by side
The details that matter, side by side. “Check with the brand” means we have not confirmed that detail.
| Detail | AKONA Huron DX Mesh Backpack | Waterproof WP DRYBAG 65L |
|---|---|---|
| MeshCheck with the brand | Rubberized coating | Check with the brand |
| ZipCheck with the brand | YKK #10 | Check with the brand |
| Carry | Padded shoulder straps | Backpack straps |
| PocketCheck with the brand | Exterior pocket | Check with the brand |
| CapacityCheck with the brand | Unresolved manufacturer specification | 65 L |
| ModelCheck with the brand | Check with the brand | 410-165-00 |
| MaterialCheck with the brand | Check with the brand | TPU 840D |
| SeamsCheck with the brand | Check with the brand | Ultrasonic welded |
| ClosureCheck with the brand | Check with the brand | Roll top |
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What the differences mean when you buy
Job, volume and dimensions
AKONA Huron DX Mesh Backpack
- Capacity
- Unresolved manufacturer specification
Waterproof WP DRYBAG 65L
- Capacity
- 65 L
- Model
- 410-165-00
Start with the job: wet-gear transport, wheeled luggage, regulator protection or camera organisation. Bags with different roles are not direct capacity substitutes. Check usable internal dimensions against the actual equipment. Unresolved capacity or conflicting unit conversions should be settled by measurement rather than turned into a guessed fit claim.
Material, drainage and closure
AKONA Huron DX Mesh Backpack
- Mesh
- Rubberized coating
- Zip
- YKK #10
Waterproof WP DRYBAG 65L
- Material
- TPU 840D
- Seams
- Ultrasonic welded
- Closure
- Roll top
Mesh provides ventilation and drainage; an enclosed roll-top construction serves a different transport purpose. Neither a fabric coating nor a product name establishes a pressure-rated waterproof case or certified impact protection. Inspect the current revision, seams and closure, especially where an older published review describes different hardware.
Carrying and organisation
AKONA Huron DX Mesh Backpack
- Carry
- Padded shoulder straps
- Exterior pocket
Waterproof WP DRYBAG 65L
- Carry
- Backpack straps
Test-pack the items you actually carry and try the handles or straps with the resulting load. Empty weight is useful for travel but does not tell you whether a bag protects or organises the contents adequately. Screen size in a laptop description is not a complete device-dimension guarantee, and a camera divider layout still needs fitting to the actual rig.
A closer look at both
Huron DX Mesh Backpack
The Huron DX carries wet dive gear in a rubberized-mesh backpack with padded shoulder straps, an exterior pocket and a large YKK zipper. It offers more organization than the simpler Huron LT.
What we like
Our favourite for wet gear carried on the shoulders: an exterior pocket and mesh construction make it a useful boat-bag layout.
What would make us think twice
It is not a padded flight case; keep delicate gear protected separately.
More about the Huron DX Mesh Backpack →WP DRYBAG 65L
Waterproof’s WP Drybag 65L uses a roll-top opening, backpack straps and ultrasonic-welded TPU 840D construction. Its large single bag format is intended for carrying equipment around wet environments.
What we like
Our pick when keeping spray off your kit matters more than mesh ventilation: welded seams and a roll top suit that brief.
What would make us think twice
Let wet equipment dry after the trip rather than storing it sealed inside.
More about the WP DRYBAG 65L →Four checks before you place an order
- Decide whether the bag needs to drain, enclose, organise or pad the contents; do not treat these as the same requirement.
- Test-pack the actual fins, BCD, regulator or camera system and measure uncertain dimensions.
- Try the carry system with an appropriate representative load and inspect the current closure and seams.
- Check current carrier baggage rules separately and obtain the seller’s return conditions before ordering.
Ask for a quote for the complete kit, including the accessories you need. That makes the price comparison much more useful.
Price, accessories and owning the equipment
Count any separate padded cases, organisers and protective packing required inside the bag. A large mesh bag can be practical for wet equipment while still needing another solution for delicate instruments. A wheeled bag may reduce carrying effort but adds its own empty weight to a checked-luggage allowance.
For replacement decisions, identify the failure of your current bag: access, size, carry comfort, drainage or protection. A lighter or larger model is not automatically an improvement. Follow manufacturer care guidance and dry equipment appropriately after transport; an enclosed bag is not a substitute for post-dive equipment care.
How we scored these models & further reading
These are our subjective buying scores out of 100. We weigh the usefulness of the features, the intended diving or carrying job, and the compromises involved in owning the gear. They are not laboratory measurements, safety grades or customer averages. The verdict applies to the two named models, not everything either brand makes.
90–100: one of our first choices for the stated job. 80–89: a strong option with trade-offs. 70–79: a more specific fit. A different fit, camera, valve or dive plan can change which one you should buy.
AKONA Huron DX Mesh Backpack
Product details and further reading →Waterproof WP DRYBAG 65L
Product details and further reading →Questions worth settling
Is a dry bag suitable as an underwater camera case?
Do not assume that. A roll-top gear bag is not established as a pressure-rated housing or a padded impact case by its name. Use only protection explicitly designed and documented for the equipment and conditions involved.
Which is the better buy for this particular comparison?
Let wet equipment dry after the trip rather than storing it sealed inside. Our favourite for wet gear carried on the shoulders: an exterior pocket and mesh construction make it a useful boat-bag layout.
Our pick is where we would start. Choose the other model if its fit or features better match your setup—especially where a camera, valve, boot or exposure suit needs an exact match.
