The main difference between the Hydro Flask 14L Down Shift Hydration Backpack and the Osprey Syncro 20 Hydration Backpack is that the 14L Down Shift Hydration Backpack has Internal Compartments (Insulated hydration sleeve) while the Syncro 20 Hydration Backpack does not.
Specs | Brand | Hydro Flask | Osprey |
Name | 14L Down Shift Hydration Backpack | Syncro 20 Hydration Backpack | |
Category | Hydration | Hydration | |
Sub Category | Outdoor | Outdoor | |
Capacity (L) | 14L | 20L | |
Dimensions (in) | 18 x 10 x 7 | 18.9 x 10.4 x 10.6 | |
Weight (lb) | 2.2 | 1.9 | |
Fabric | 100D Nylon Mini Honey Comb | ||
Color | 3 colors and patterns | 3 colors and patterns | |
Warranty | Hydro Flask Lifetime Warranty | Osprey Lifetime Warranty | |
Release Date | January 9, 2020 | December 28, 2018 | |
Rating | 4.9 | 4.9 | |
Price | Under $150 | Under $150 | |
General Features | Shoulder Straps | Adjustable shoulder straps | Bike-specific wing shaped shoulder straps |
Sternum / Chest Straps | Adjustable sternum strap with integrated whistle | Adjustable sternum strap with magnetic valve | |
Hip Belt / Waist Strap | Adjustable hip strap | Airmesh wrap hipbelt with pockets | |
Main Compartment Access | Normal zipped access | Normal zipped access | |
External Pockets | Soft pocket for sunglasses or a phone | Front stretch mesh pocket, scratch-free top slash pocket, and 2 side pockets | |
Internal Compartments | Insulated hydration sleeve | ||
Side Pockets | Side pockets can fit water bottle | ||
Water Bottle | No | Yes | |
Handles | Top grab handle | Top grab handle | |
Loops and Attachments | Helmet attachment loops, webbing loop for bike light attachment | LidLock helmet carry, light loop attachment | |
Business & School Features | Organizer Pocket | Zippered tool organization pocket | |
Travel Features | Compression Straps | External compression straps | |
Hiking / Backpacking Features | Back Panel | Padded back panel | AirSpeed backpanel |
Rain Cover | Integrated removable high-visibility raincover | ||
Load Lifters | Yes | ||
Hip Belt Pockets | Yes | ||
Hydration Features | Bladder Size | HydraPak® IsoBound™ 2L Insulated Reservoir | Includes Osprey Hydraulics® LT 2.5L reservoir |
Hydration Compatible | Yes | Yes | |
Other Features | Other Features | High-flow HydraPak® Blaster Bite Valve self-seals after each sip |
Hydro Flask 's 14L Down Shift Hydration Backpack is a Hydration backpack with Outdoor features while Osprey 's Syncro 20 Hydration Backpack is a Hydration backpack with Outdoor features.
The Hydro Flask 14L Down Shift Hydration Backpack has a capacity of 14L (liters), weighs 2.2 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 18 x 10 x 7. It's made of and is available in 3 colors and patterns 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.
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