Osprey Daylite Daypack vs Osprey Siskin 8 Hydration Backpack

The main difference between the Osprey Daylite Daypack and the Osprey Siskin 8 Hydration Backpack is that the Daylite Daypack has Hip Belt / Waist Strap (Removable webbing hipbelt) while the Siskin 8 Hydration Backpack does not.

Osprey Daylite Daypack Front View
Osprey Siskin 8 Hydration Backpack Front View
Specs Brand Osprey Osprey
Name Daylite Daypack Siskin 8 Hydration Backpack
Category Daypack Hydration
Sub Category Commuter Outdoor
Capacity (L) 13L 8L
Dimensions (in) 21 x 12 x 3 18.5 x 8.5 x 6.9
Weight (lb) 1 1.2
Fabric 210D Nylon Oxford 900x600D Polyester
Color 11+ colors and patterns 3 colors and patterns
Warranty Osprey Lifetime Warranty Osprey Lifetime Warranty
Release Date February 3, 2008 December 5, 2018
Rating 4.8 4.8
Price Under $75 Under $100
General Features Shoulder Straps Padded shoulder straps Adjustable shoulder straps
Sternum / Chest Straps Sternum strap with whistle buckle Adjustable sternum strap with magnetic valve
Hip Belt / Waist Strap Removable webbing hipbelt
Main Compartment Access Normal zipped access Full front zipped access
External Pockets 1 zipped front pocket and 2 side pockets Top zipped pocket
Internal Compartments Internal sleeve for hydration reservoir, 13” laptop or tablet Internal scratch-free slash pocket
Side Pockets Side pockets can fit water bottle
Water Bottle Yes No
Handles Integrated top grab handle Top grab handle
Loops and Attachments LidLock helmet attachment, ;oop for blinky light attachment
Business & School Features Tablet Sleeve Separate tablet sleeve
Organizer Pocket Front utility pocket with organizer
Travel Features Compression Straps External 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 Mesh-covered extra deep ridged foam with center air channel
Ventilated Back Mesh ventilation
Reflective Safety Strips Reflective accent
Hydration Features Bladder Size 3L hydration reservoir Includes Osprey Hydraulics LT 2.5L reservoir by Hydrapak
Hydration Compatible Yes Yes

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


Osprey 's Daylite Daypack is a Daypack backpack with Commuter features while Osprey 's Siskin 8 Hydration Backpack is a Hydration backpack with Outdoor 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 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.