Hydro Flask 14L Down Shift Hydration Backpack vs Osprey Syncro 20 Hydration Backpack

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.

Hydro Flask 14L Down Shift Hydration Backpack Front View
Osprey Syncro 20 Hydration Backpack Front View
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

You're currently comparing the 14L Down Shift Hydration Backpack by Hydro Flask against the Syncro 20 Hydration Backpack by Osprey .


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.