Osprey Hikelite 26 Hiking Backpack vs Osprey Daylite Sling

The main difference between the Osprey Hikelite 26 Hiking Backpack and the Osprey Daylite Sling is that the Hikelite 26 Hiking Backpack has Sternum / Chest Straps (Sternum strap with whistle) while the Daylite Sling does not.

Osprey Hikelite 26 Hiking Backpack Side View
Osprey Daylite Sling Front View
Specs Brand Osprey Osprey
Name Hikelite 26 Hiking Backpack Daylite Sling
Category Hiking Sling
Sub Category Daypack Everyday
Capacity (L) 26L 6L
Dimensions (in) 18.9 x 10.83 x 10.83 14.17 x 8.66 x 5
Weight (lb) 1.6 0.5
Fabric 100D Nylon Mini Diamond Shadow 150D Recycled Polyester
Color 5 colors and patterns 8 colors and patterns
Warranty Osprey Lifetime Warranty Osprey Lifetime Warranty
Release Date August 2, 2012 June 13, 2018
Rating 4.7 4.7
Price Under $100 Under $50
General Features Shoulder Straps Adjustable shoulder straps Breathable, anatomically shaped single shoulder strap
Sternum / Chest Straps Sternum strap with whistle
Hip Belt / Waist Strap Removable webbing hipbelt
Main Compartment Access Normal zipped access Normal zipped access
External Pockets Scratch resistant organization pocket and 2 side pockets 1 zipped front pocket
Internal Compartments Interior mesh organizer and key clip in the main compartment
Side Pockets Side pockets can fit water bottle and other accessories
Water Bottle Yes No
Handles Top grab handle
Loops and Attachments Trekking pole attachment
Business & School Features Organizer Pocket Front utility pocket
Travel Features Compression Straps External compression straps
Stowable Straps Removable webbing hipbelt
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Ventilated AirSpeed backpanel
Rain Cover Integrated raincover
Internal / External Frame LightWire internal frame
Trekking Pole Holders Yes
Hydration Features Bladder Size Holds 3L hydration reservoir
Hydration Compatible Yes

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


Osprey 's Hikelite 26 Hiking Backpack is a Hiking backpack with Daypack features while Osprey 's Daylite Sling is a Sling backpack with Everyday 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 Sling's capacity is 6L with a size of 14.17 x 8.66 x 5 inches. Constructed from 150D Recycled Polyester it weighs 0.5 pounds and is available in 8 colors and patterns .