Osprey Airporter Backpack vs Osprey Siskin 8 Hydration Backpack

The main difference between the Osprey Airporter Backpack and the Osprey Siskin 8 Hydration Backpack is that the Airporter Backpack has Stowable Straps (Shoulder strap) while the Siskin 8 Hydration Backpack does not.

Osprey Airporter Backpack - Front View
Osprey Siskin 8 Hydration Backpack Front View
Specs Brand Osprey Osprey
Name Airporter Backpack Siskin 8 Hydration Backpack
Category Backpacking Hydration
Sub Category Travel Outdoor
Capacity (L) 50L 8L
Dimensions (in) 10 x 12 x 4 18.5 x 8.5 x 6.9
Weight (lb) 1.12 1.2
Fabric Nylon Double Ripstop 900x600D Polyester
Color Shadow Grey 3 colors and patterns
Warranty Lifetime Osprey Lifetime Warranty
Release Date August 9, 2015 December 5, 2018
Rating 4.8
Price Under $75 Under $100
General Features Shoulder Straps Comfortable stow away shoulder strap Adjustable shoulder straps
Sternum / Chest Straps Adjustable sternum strap with magnetic valve
Main Compartment Access Large lockable zipper access Full front zipped access
External Pockets ID card window Top zipped pocket
Internal Compartments Internal scratch-free slash pocket
Water Bottle No
Handles Top and side grab handle Top grab handle
Loops and Attachments LidLock helmet attachment, ;oop for blinky light attachment
Travel Features Compression Straps External compression straps
Stowable Straps Shoulder strap
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Mesh-covered extra deep ridged foam with center air channel
Reflective Safety Strips Reflective accent
Anti Theft Features Lockable Zippers Large lockable zipper
Hydration Features Bladder Size Includes Osprey Hydraulics LT 2.5L reservoir by Hydrapak
Hydration Compatible Yes
Other Features Other Features Compact duffel to carry extra gear

You're currently comparing the Airporter Backpack by Osprey against the Siskin 8 Hydration Backpack by Osprey .


Osprey's Airporter Backpack is a Backpacking backpack with Travel features while Osprey 's Siskin 8 Hydration Backpack is a Hydration backpack with Outdoor features.

The Osprey Airporter Backpack has a capacity of 50L (liters), weighs 1.12 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 10 x 12 x 4. It's made of Nylon Double Ripstop and is available in Shadow Grey in comparison the Osprey Siskin 8 Hydration Backpack's capacity is 8L with a size of 18.5 x 8.5 x 6.9 inches. Constructed from 900x600D Polyester it weighs 1.2 pounds and is available in 3 colors and patterns.