Osprey Daylite Daypack vs Osprey Airporter Backpack

The main difference between the Osprey Daylite Daypack and the Osprey Airporter Backpack is that the Daylite Daypack has Sternum / Chest Straps (Sternum strap with whistle buckle) while the Airporter Backpack does not.

Osprey Daylite Daypack Front View
Osprey Airporter Backpack - Front View
Specs Brand Osprey Osprey
Name Daylite Daypack Airporter Backpack
Category Daypack Backpacking
Sub Category Commuter Travel
Capacity (L) 13L 50L
Dimensions (in) 21 x 12 x 3 10 x 12 x 4
Weight (lb) 1 1.12
Fabric 210D Nylon Oxford Nylon Double Ripstop
Color 11+ colors and patterns Shadow Grey
Warranty Osprey Lifetime Warranty Lifetime
Release Date February 3, 2008 August 9, 2015
Rating 4.8
Price Under $75 Under $75
General Features Shoulder Straps Padded shoulder straps Comfortable stow away shoulder strap
Sternum / Chest Straps Sternum strap with whistle buckle
Hip Belt / Waist Strap Removable webbing hipbelt
Main Compartment Access Normal zipped access Large lockable zipper access
External Pockets 1 zipped front pocket and 2 side pockets ID card window
Internal Compartments Internal sleeve for hydration reservoir, 13” laptop or tablet
Side Pockets Side pockets can fit water bottle
Water Bottle Yes
Handles Integrated top grab handle Top and side grab handle
Business & School Features Tablet Sleeve Separate tablet sleeve
Organizer Pocket Front utility pocket with organizer
Travel Features Compression Straps External compression straps
Stowable Straps Shoulder strap
Luggage Straps / Trolley Sleeve Harness grab handle doubles as a luggage pass-thru
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Mesh-covered back panel with slotted foam
Ventilated Back Mesh ventilation
Anti Theft Features Lockable Zippers Large lockable zipper
Hydration Features Bladder Size 3L hydration reservoir
Hydration Compatible Yes
Other Features Other Features Compact duffel to carry extra gear

You're currently comparing the Daylite Daypack by Osprey against the Airporter Backpack by Osprey.


Osprey 's Daylite Daypack is a Daypack backpack with Commuter features while Osprey's Airporter Backpack is a Backpacking backpack with Travel features.

The Osprey Daylite Daypack has a capacity of 13L (liters), weighs 1 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 21 x 12 x 3. It's made of 210D Nylon Oxford and is available in 11+ colors and patterns in comparison the Osprey Airporter Backpack's capacity is 50L with a size of 10 x 12 x 4 inches. Constructed from Nylon Double Ripstop it weighs 1.12 pounds and is available in Shadow Grey.