Osprey Daylite Daypack vs Osprey Daylite Sling

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

Osprey Daylite Daypack Front View
Osprey Daylite Sling Front View
Specs Brand Osprey Osprey
Name Daylite Daypack Daylite Sling
Category Daypack Sling
Sub Category Commuter Everyday
Capacity (L) 13L 6L
Dimensions (in) 21 x 12 x 3 14.17 x 8.66 x 5
Weight (lb) 1 0.5
Fabric 210D Nylon Oxford 150D Recycled Polyester
Color 11+ colors and patterns 8 colors and patterns
Warranty Osprey Lifetime Warranty Osprey Lifetime Warranty
Release Date February 3, 2008 June 13, 2018
Rating 4.8 4.7
Price Under $75 Under $50
General Features Shoulder Straps Padded shoulder straps Breathable, anatomically shaped single shoulder strap
Sternum / Chest Straps Sternum strap with whistle buckle
Hip Belt / Waist Strap Removable webbing hipbelt
Main Compartment Access Normal zipped access Normal zipped access
External Pockets 1 zipped front pocket and 2 side pockets 1 zipped front pocket
Internal Compartments Internal sleeve for hydration reservoir, 13” laptop or tablet Interior mesh organizer and key clip in the main compartment
Side Pockets Side pockets can fit water bottle
Water Bottle Yes No
Handles Integrated top grab handle
Business & School Features Tablet Sleeve Separate tablet sleeve
Organizer Pocket Front utility pocket with organizer Front utility pocket
Travel Features Compression Straps External compression straps
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
Hydration Features Bladder Size 3L hydration reservoir
Hydration Compatible Yes

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


Osprey 's Daylite Daypack is a Daypack backpack with Commuter features while Osprey 's Daylite Sling is a Sling backpack with Everyday 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 Daylite Sling's capacity is 6L with a size of 14.17 x 8.66 x 5 inches. Constructed from 150D Recycled Polyester it weighs 0.5 pounds and is available in 8 colors and patterns .