Eddie Bauer Alchemist 40/55 Backpack vs Osprey Sylva 5 Womens Hydration Backpack

The main difference between the Eddie Bauer Alchemist 40/55 Backpack and the Osprey Sylva 5 Womens Hydration Backpack is that the Alchemist 40/55 Backpack has Zippers (Nylon zipper with string pulls) while the Sylva 5 Womens Hydration Backpack does not.

Eddie Bauer Alchemist 40_55 Backpack - Front View
Osprey Sylva 5 Womens Hydration Backpack FRont View
Specs Brand Eddie Bauer Osprey
Name Alchemist 40/55 Backpack Sylva 5 Womens Hydration Backpack
Category Hydration Hydration
Sub Category Outdoor Outdoor
Capacity (L) 40L - 55L 5L
Dimensions (in) 26.75 x 11.4 x 8.25 15.7 x 10.4 x 6.7
Weight (lb) 3 lbs. 14 oz. 1.3
Fabric 100% nylon 100D Nylon Mini Honey Comb
Color Dark Smoke 3 colors and patterns
Warranty Osprey Lifetime Warranty
Release Date May 1, 2012 December 28, 2018
Rating 4.6 4.9
Price Under $250 Under $125
General Features Shoulder Straps J shape - adjustable padded strap Bike-specific shaped shoulder straps
Sternum / Chest Straps Adjustable chest strap Adjustable sternum strap with magnetic valve
Hip Belt / Waist Strap Removable waist belt Padded spacermesh hipwings with webbing ErgoPull waist strap
Zippers Nylon zipper with string pulls
Main Compartment Access Main compartment side zip—quick access Normal zipped access
External Pockets Dedicated hydration compartment, front stretch mesh pocket, scratch-free zippered slash pocket
Water Bottle No
Handles Top grab handle Top grab handle
Loops and Attachments LidLock helmet carry, loop for blinky light attachment
Lightweight Lightweight
Business & School Features Organizer Pocket Zippered tool organization pocket
Travel Features Compression Straps Compression-molded back panel
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Padded AirSpeed backpanel
Rain Cover Integrated removable high-visibility raincover
Internal / External Frame Delrin internal frame with integrated tiedown points
Hydration Features Bladder Size Includes Osprey Hydraulics® LT 2.5L reservoir by Hydrapak
Hydration Compatible Hydration Ready Yes
Other Features Other Features Women's-specific fit and sizing

You're currently comparing the Alchemist 40/55 Backpack by Eddie Bauer against the Sylva 5 Womens Hydration Backpack by Osprey .


Eddie Bauer 's Alchemist 40/55 Backpack is a Hydration backpack with Outdoor features while Osprey 's Sylva 5 Womens Hydration Backpack is a Hydration backpack with Outdoor features.

The Eddie Bauer Alchemist 40/55 Backpack has a capacity of 40L - 55L (liters), weighs 3 lbs. 14 oz. pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 26.75 x 11.4 x 8.25. It's made of 100% nylon and is available in Dark Smoke in comparison the Osprey Sylva 5 Womens Hydration Backpack's capacity is 5L with a size of 15.7 x 10.4 x 6.7 inches. Constructed from 100D Nylon Mini Honey Comb it weighs 1.3 pounds and is available in 3 colors and patterns.