Columbia Atlas Explorer™ 16L Backpack vs Osprey Hikelite 26 Hiking Backpack

The main difference between the Columbia Atlas Explorer™ 16L Backpack and the Osprey Hikelite 26 Hiking Backpack is that the Atlas Explorer™ 16L Backpack has Zippers (Nylon zipper with string pulls) while the Hikelite 26 Hiking Backpack does not.

Columbia Atlas Explorer™ 16L Backpack - Front View
Osprey Hikelite 26 Hiking Backpack Side View
Specs Brand Columbia Osprey
Name Atlas Explorer™ 16L Backpack Hikelite 26 Hiking Backpack
Category Hiking Hiking
Sub Category Daypack Daypack
Capacity (L) 16L 26L
Dimensions (in) 7 x 9.88 x 17 18.9 x 10.83 x 10.83
Weight (lb) 0.7lb 0.7oz 1.6
Fabric 100% Polyester with PU coating 100D Nylon Mini Diamond Shadow
Color Ancient Fossil/Cordovan 5 colors and patterns
Warranty Osprey Lifetime Warranty
Release Date August 2, 2012
Rating 4.7
Price Under $50 Under $100
General Features Shoulder Straps J-shape - Adjustable contoured padded shoulder straps Adjustable shoulder straps
Sternum / Chest Straps Sternum strap with whistle
Hip Belt / Waist Strap Removable webbing hipbelt
Zippers Nylon zipper with string pulls
Main Compartment Access Normal top two way zip access Normal zipped access
External Pockets Bungee storage for wet/dirty gear, two water bottle pockets, 1 top zipped pocket Scratch resistant organization pocket and 2 side pockets
Internal Compartments Laptop sleeve
Side Pockets 2 mesh side pockets Side pockets can fit water bottle and other accessories
Water Bottle Yes Yes
Handles Top grab handle Top grab handle
Loops and Attachments Trekking pole attachment
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Padded; fits up to 13" laptop
Travel Features Compression Straps External compression straps
Stowable Straps Removable webbing hipbelt
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Foam padded back Ventilated AirSpeed backpanel
Rain Cover Integrated raincover
Internal / External Frame LightWire internal frame
Trekking Pole Holders Yes
Hydration Features Bladder Size Holds 3L hydration reservoir
Hydration Compatible Yes

You're currently comparing the Atlas Explorer™ 16L Backpack by Columbia against the Hikelite 26 Hiking Backpack by Osprey .


Columbia's Atlas Explorer™ 16L Backpack is a Hiking backpack with Daypack features while Osprey 's Hikelite 26 Hiking Backpack is a Hiking backpack with Daypack features.

The Columbia Atlas Explorer™ 16L Backpack has a capacity of 16L (liters), weighs 0.7lb 0.7oz pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 7 x 9.88 x 17. It's made of 100% Polyester with PU coating and is available in Ancient Fossil/Cordovan in comparison the Osprey Hikelite 26 Hiking Backpack's capacity is 26L with a size of 18.9 x 10.83 x 10.83 inches. Constructed from 100D Nylon Mini Diamond Shadow it weighs 1.6 pounds and is available in 5 colors and patterns.