Eddie Bauer Alchemist 40/55 Backpack vs Thule Vital Hydration Pack

The main difference between the Eddie Bauer Alchemist 40/55 Backpack and the Thule Vital Hydration Pack is that the Alchemist 40/55 Backpack has Hip Belt / Waist Strap (Removable waist belt) while the Vital Hydration Pack does not.

Eddie Bauer Alchemist 40_55 Backpack - Front View
Thule Vital Hydration Pack Front View
Specs Brand Eddie Bauer Thule
Name Alchemist 40/55 Backpack Vital Hydration Pack
Category Hydration Hydration
Sub Category Outdoor Outdoor
Capacity (L) 40L - 55L 6L
Dimensions (in) 26.75 x 11.4 x 8.25 8.7 x 3.5 x 17.5
Weight (lb) 3 lbs. 14 oz. 1.2
Fabric 100% nylon Nylon
Color Dark Smoke 2 colors and patterns
Warranty Thule Guarantee
Release Date May 1, 2012 January 16, 2018
Rating 4.6 4.6
Price Under $250 Under $150
General Features Shoulder Straps J shape - adjustable padded strap Adjustable shoulder straps
Sternum / Chest Straps Adjustable chest strap Sternum strap
Hip Belt / Waist Strap Removable waist belt
Zippers Nylon zipper with string pulls
Main Compartment Access Main compartment side zip—quick access Normal zipped access
External Pockets Zipped top pocket and 2 quick access side pockets
Internal Compartments Internal hydration sleeve, pump sleeves, and and zipped pocket for keys or small essentials
Side Pockets Side pockets can fit nutrition snacks
Water Bottle No
Handles Top grab handle
Loops and Attachments Light loop attachment
Lightweight Lightweight Yes
Travel Features Compression Straps Compression-molded back panel
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Padded
Internal / External Frame Delrin internal frame with integrated tiedown points
Ventilated Back Ventilated back panel
Hydration Features Bladder Size Includes 2.5L Hydrapak reservoir
Hydration Compatible Hydration Ready YEs
Other Features Other Features Retrakt magnetic hose return system

You're currently comparing the Alchemist 40/55 Backpack by Eddie Bauer against the Vital Hydration Pack by Thule .


Eddie Bauer 's Alchemist 40/55 Backpack is a Hydration backpack with Outdoor features while Thule 's Vital Hydration Pack 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 Thule Vital Hydration Pack's capacity is 6L with a size of 8.7 x 3.5 x 17.5 inches. Constructed from Nylon it weighs 1.2 pounds and is available in 2 colors and patterns.