Osprey Daylite Daypack vs TIMBUK2 Custom Prospect Backpack

The main difference between the Osprey Daylite Daypack and the Timbuk2 Custom Prospect Backpack is that the Daylite Daypack has Hip Belt / Waist Strap (Removable webbing hipbelt) while the Custom Prospect Backpack does not.

Osprey Daylite Daypack Front View
TIMBUK2 Custom Prospect Backpack - Front View
Specs Brand Osprey Timbuk2
Name Daylite Daypack Custom Prospect Backpack
Category Daypack Commuter
Sub Category Commuter Daypack
Capacity (L) 13L 22L
Dimensions (in) 21 x 12 x 3
Weight (lb) 1 2.4
Fabric 210D Nylon Oxford
Color 11+ colors and patterns Army
Warranty Osprey Lifetime Warranty Lifetime Warranty
Release Date February 3, 2008
Rating 4.8
Price Under $75 Under $159
General Features Shoulder Straps Padded shoulder straps Straight - adjustable padded strap
Sternum / Chest Straps Sternum strap with whistle buckle Adjustable chest strap
Hip Belt / Waist Strap Removable webbing hipbelt
Main Compartment Access Normal zipped access Flap colosure
External Pockets 1 zipped front pocket and 2 side pockets 2 side pockets, 1 front pocket
Internal Compartments Internal sleeve for hydration reservoir, 13” laptop or tablet Internal organizer for pens, phones, laptop sleeve,
Side Pockets Side pockets can fit water bottle 2 side pockets
Water Bottle Yes Yes
Handles Integrated top grab handle Top grab handle
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Padded
Tablet Sleeve Separate tablet sleeve
Organizer Pocket Front utility pocket with organizer Internal 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
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 Custom Prospect Backpack by Timbuk2.


Osprey 's Daylite Daypack is a Daypack backpack with Commuter features while Timbuk2's Custom Prospect Backpack is a Commuter backpack with Daypack 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 Timbuk2 Custom Prospect Backpack's capacity is 22L with a size of inches. Constructed from it weighs 2.4 pounds and is available in Army.