Hydro Flask 14L Down Shift Hydration Backpack vs Thule Vital Hydration Pack

The main difference between the Hydro Flask 14L Down Shift Hydration Backpack and the Thule Vital Hydration Pack is that the 14L Down Shift Hydration Backpack has Hip Belt / Waist Strap (Adjustable hip strap) while the Vital Hydration Pack does not.

Hydro Flask 14L Down Shift Hydration Backpack Front View
Thule Vital Hydration Pack Front View
Specs Brand Hydro Flask Thule
Name 14L Down Shift Hydration Backpack Vital Hydration Pack
Category Hydration Hydration
Sub Category Outdoor Outdoor
Capacity (L) 14L 6L
Dimensions (in) 18 x 10 x 7 8.7 x 3.5 x 17.5
Weight (lb) 2.2 1.2
Fabric Nylon
Color 3 colors and patterns 2 colors and patterns
Warranty Hydro Flask Lifetime Warranty Thule Guarantee
Release Date January 9, 2020 January 16, 2018
Rating 4.9 4.6
Price Under $150 Under $150
General Features Shoulder Straps Adjustable shoulder straps Adjustable shoulder straps
Sternum / Chest Straps Adjustable sternum strap with integrated whistle Sternum strap
Hip Belt / Waist Strap Adjustable hip strap
Main Compartment Access Normal zipped access Normal zipped access
External Pockets Soft pocket for sunglasses or a phone Zipped top pocket and 2 quick access side pockets
Internal Compartments Insulated hydration sleeve 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 No
Handles Top grab handle
Loops and Attachments Helmet attachment loops, webbing loop for bike light attachment Light loop attachment
Lightweight Yes
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Padded back panel
Ventilated Back Ventilated back panel
Hydration Features Bladder Size HydraPak® IsoBound™ 2L Insulated Reservoir Includes 2.5L Hydrapak reservoir
Hydration Compatible Yes YEs
Other Features Other Features High-flow HydraPak® Blaster Bite Valve self-seals after each sip Retrakt magnetic hose return system

You're currently comparing the 14L Down Shift Hydration Backpack by Hydro Flask against the Vital Hydration Pack by Thule .


Hydro Flask 's 14L Down Shift Hydration Backpack is a Hydration backpack with Outdoor features while Thule 's Vital Hydration Pack 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 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.