Osprey Exos 58 Mens Backpacking Backpack vs Osprey Hikelite 26 Hiking Backpack

The main difference between the Osprey Exos 58 Mens Backpacking Backpack and the Osprey Hikelite 26 Hiking Backpack is that the Exos 58 Mens Backpacking Backpack has Rear Loading Straps (Yes) while the Hikelite 26 Hiking Backpack does not.

Osprey Exos 58 Mens Backpacking Backpack Front View
Osprey Hikelite 26 Hiking Backpack Side View
Specs Brand Osprey Osprey
Name Exos 58 Mens Backpacking Backpack Hikelite 26 Hiking Backpack
Category Backpacking Hiking
Sub Category Mens Daypack
Capacity (L) 58L 26L
Dimensions (in) 31.5 x16.14 x 14.57 18.9 x 10.83 x 10.83
Weight (lb) 2.7 1.6
Fabric 100D High Tenacity Nylon 100D Nylon Mini Diamond Shadow
Color 2 colors and patterns 5 colors and patterns
Warranty Osprey Lifetime Warranty Osprey Lifetime Warranty
Release Date February 4, 2015 August 2, 2012
Rating 4.6 4.7
Price Under $250 Under $100
General Features Shoulder Straps Exoform shoulder straps Adjustable shoulder straps
Sternum / Chest Straps Sternum strap with integrated safety whistle Sternum strap with whistle
Hip Belt / Waist Strap Exoform hipbelt Removable webbing hipbelt
Main Compartment Access Top loading access Normal zipped access
External Pockets Front stretch mesh pocket and 2 side pockets Scratch resistant organization pocket and 2 side pockets
Side Pockets Side pockets can fit water bottle Side pockets can fit water bottle and other accessories
Water Bottle Yes Yes
Handles Top grab handle Top grab handle
Loops and Attachments Ice axe attachment with bungee tie-off, accessory cord attachment points, and Stow-on-the-Go trekking pole attachment Trekking pole attachment
Travel Features Compression Straps External compression straps External compression straps
Stowable Straps Removable webbing hipbelt
Rear Loading Straps Yes
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel 3D-tensioned breathable mesh backpanel with side ventilation Ventilated AirSpeed backpanel
Rain Cover Integrated raincover
Load Lifters Yes
Internal / External Frame 4mm Lightwire alloy internal frame LightWire internal frame
Ventilated Back Yes
Top / Floating Lid Yes
Trekking Pole Holders Yes Yes
Hydration Features Bladder Size Holds 3L hydration reservoir Holds 3L hydration reservoir
Hydration Compatible Yes Yes

You're currently comparing the Exos 58 Mens Backpacking Backpack by Osprey against the Hikelite 26 Hiking Backpack by Osprey .


Osprey 's Exos 58 Mens Backpacking Backpack is a Backpacking backpack with Mens features while Osprey 's Hikelite 26 Hiking Backpack is a Hiking backpack with Daypack features.

The Osprey Exos 58 Mens Backpacking Backpack has a capacity of 58L (liters), weighs 2.7 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 31.5 x16.14 x 14.57. It's made of 100D High Tenacity Nylon and is available in 2 colors and patterns in comparison the Osprey Hikelite 26 Hiking Backpack's capacity is 26L with a size of 18.9 x 10.83 x 10.83 inches. Constructed from 100D Nylon Mini Diamond Shadow it weighs 1.6 pounds and is available in 5 colors and patterns.