Eddie Bauer Alchemist 40/55 Backpack vs Osprey Syncro 20 Hydration Backpack

The main difference between the Eddie Bauer Alchemist 40/55 Backpack and the Osprey Syncro 20 Hydration Backpack is that the Alchemist 40/55 Backpack has Zippers (Nylon zipper with string pulls) while the Syncro 20 Hydration Backpack does not.

Eddie Bauer Alchemist 40_55 Backpack - Front View
Osprey Syncro 20 Hydration Backpack Front View
Specs Brand Eddie Bauer Osprey
Name Alchemist 40/55 Backpack Syncro 20 Hydration Backpack
Category Hydration Hydration
Sub Category Outdoor Outdoor
Capacity (L) 40L - 55L 20L
Dimensions (in) 26.75 x 11.4 x 8.25 18.9 x 10.4 x 10.6
Weight (lb) 3 lbs. 14 oz. 1.9
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 $150
General Features Shoulder Straps J shape - adjustable padded strap Bike-specific wing shaped shoulder straps
Sternum / Chest Straps Adjustable chest strap Adjustable sternum strap with magnetic valve
Hip Belt / Waist Strap Removable waist belt Airmesh wrap hipbelt with pockets
Zippers Nylon zipper with string pulls
Main Compartment Access Main compartment side zip—quick access Normal zipped access
External Pockets Front stretch mesh pocket, scratch-free top slash pocket, and 2 side pockets
Side Pockets Side pockets can fit water bottle
Water Bottle Yes
Handles Top grab handle Top grab handle
Loops and Attachments LidLock helmet carry, light loop attachment
Lightweight Lightweight
Business & School Features Organizer Pocket Zippered tool organization pocket
Travel Features Compression Straps Compression-molded back panel External compression straps
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Padded AirSpeed backpanel
Rain Cover Integrated removable high-visibility raincover
Load Lifters Yes
Internal / External Frame Delrin internal frame with integrated tiedown points
Hip Belt Pockets Yes
Hydration Features Bladder Size Includes Osprey Hydraulics® LT 2.5L reservoir
Hydration Compatible Hydration Ready Yes

You're currently comparing the Alchemist 40/55 Backpack by Eddie Bauer against the Syncro 20 Hydration Backpack by Osprey .


Eddie Bauer 's Alchemist 40/55 Backpack is a Hydration backpack with Outdoor features while Osprey 's Syncro 20 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 Syncro 20 Hydration Backpack's capacity is 20L with a size of 18.9 x 10.4 x 10.6 inches. Constructed from 100D Nylon Mini Honey Comb it weighs 1.9 pounds and is available in 3 colors and patterns.