Osprey Daylite Daypack vs The North Face Top Loader Daypack

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

Osprey Daylite Daypack Front View
The North Face Top Loader Daypack Front View
Specs Brand Osprey The North Face
Name Daylite Daypack Top Loader Daypack
Category Daypack Daypack
Sub Category Commuter Commuter
Capacity (L) 13L 16L
Dimensions (in) 21 x 12 x 3 10.24 x 4.13 x 14.37
Weight (lb) 1 1.0
Fabric 210D Nylon Oxford 600D Polyester
Color 11+ colors and patterns 2 colors and patterns
Warranty Osprey Lifetime Warranty The North Face Lifetime Warranty
Release Date February 3, 2008 May 16, 2019
Rating 4.8 4.4
Price Under $75 Under $75
General Features Shoulder Straps Padded shoulder straps Padded shoulder straps
Sternum / Chest Straps Sternum strap with whistle buckle
Hip Belt / Waist Strap Removable webbing hipbelt
Water Proof / Water Resistant Water-repellent finish
Main Compartment Access Normal zipped access Top loading access
External Pockets 1 zipped front pocket and 2 side pockets Invisible top zipped pocket
Internal Compartments Internal sleeve for hydration reservoir, 13” laptop or tablet
Side Pockets Side pockets can fit water bottle
Water Bottle Yes No
Handles Integrated top grab handle Top grab handle
Loops and Attachments Leather patch, bike-light loop
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Laptop sleeve fits laptop up to 13"
Tablet Sleeve Separate tablet sleeve
Organizer Pocket Front utility pocket with organizer
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 Padded back panel
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 Top Loader Daypack by The North Face .


Osprey 's Daylite Daypack is a Daypack backpack with Commuter features while The North Face 's Top Loader Daypack is a Daypack backpack with Commuter 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 The North Face Top Loader Daypack's capacity is 16L with a size of 10.24 x 4.13 x 14.37 inches. Constructed from 600D Polyester it weighs 1.0 pounds and is available in 2 colors and patterns.