Osprey Hikelite 26 Hiking Backpack vs Osprey Daylite Plus Daypack

The main difference between the Osprey Hikelite 26 Hiking Backpack and the Osprey Daylite Plus Daypack is that the Hikelite 26 Hiking Backpack has Loops and Attachments (Trekking pole attachment ) while the Daylite Plus Daypack does not.

Osprey Hikelite 26 Hiking Backpack Side View
Osprey Daylite Plus Daypack Front View
Specs Brand Osprey Osprey
Name Hikelite 26 Hiking Backpack Daylite Plus Daypack
Category Hiking Hiking
Sub Category Daypack Daypack
Capacity (L) 26L 20L
Dimensions (in) 18.9 x 10.83 x 10.83 21 x 13 x 3
Weight (lb) 1.6 1.2
Fabric 100D Nylon Mini Diamond Shadow 210D Nylon Double Diamond Ripstop
Color 5 colors and patterns 11+ colors and patterns
Warranty Osprey Lifetime Warranty Osprey Lifetime Warranty
Release Date August 2, 2012 February 4, 2016
Rating 4.7 4.8
Price Under $100 Under $75
General Features Shoulder Straps Adjustable shoulder straps Padded shoulder straps
Sternum / Chest Straps Sternum strap with whistle Sternum strap with whistle buckle
Hip Belt / Waist Strap Removable webbing hipbelt Removable webbing hip belt
Main Compartment Access Normal zipped access Normal zipped access
External Pockets Scratch resistant organization pocket and 2 side pockets 2 zipped plus shove-it front pocket and 2 side pockets
Internal Compartments Internal sleeve for hydration reservoir, 15” laptop or tablet
Side Pockets Side pockets can fit water bottle and other accessories Side pockets can fit water bottle
Water Bottle Yes Yes
Handles Top grab handle Integrated top grab handle
Loops and Attachments Trekking pole attachment
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Padded laptop sleeve that fits up to 15"
Organizer Pocket Front utility pocket with organizer
Travel Features Compression Straps External compression straps External side compression straps
Stowable Straps Removable webbing hipbelt
Luggage Straps / Trolley Sleeve Harness grab handle doubles as a luggage pass-thru
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Ventilated AirSpeed backpanel Mesh back panel
Rain Cover Integrated raincover
Internal / External Frame LightWire internal frame
Ventilated Back Ventilated back panel
Trekking Pole Holders Yes
Hydration Features Bladder Size Holds 3L hydration reservoir 3L hydration reservoir
Hydration Compatible Yes Yes

You're currently comparing the Hikelite 26 Hiking Backpack by Osprey against the Daylite Plus Daypack by Osprey .


Osprey 's Hikelite 26 Hiking Backpack is a Hiking backpack with Daypack features while Osprey 's Daylite Plus Daypack is a Hiking backpack with Daypack features.

The Osprey Hikelite 26 Hiking Backpack has a capacity of 26L (liters), weighs 1.6 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 18.9 x 10.83 x 10.83. It's made of 100D Nylon Mini Diamond Shadow and is available in 5 colors and patterns in comparison the Osprey Daylite Plus Daypack's capacity is 20L with a size of 21 x 13 x 3 inches. Constructed from 210D Nylon Double Diamond Ripstop it weighs 1.2 pounds and is available in 11+ colors and patterns.