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

The main difference between the Osprey Hikelite 26 Hiking Backpack and the Osprey Exos 58 Mens Backpacking Backpack is that the Hikelite 26 Hiking Backpack has Stowable Straps (Removable webbing hipbelt) while the Exos 58 Mens Backpacking Backpack does not.

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


Osprey 's Hikelite 26 Hiking Backpack is a Hiking backpack with Daypack features while Osprey 's Exos 58 Mens Backpacking Backpack is a Backpacking backpack with Mens 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 Exos 58 Mens Backpacking Backpack's capacity is 58L with a size of 31.5 x16.14 x 14.57 inches. Constructed from 100D High Tenacity Nylon it weighs 2.7 pounds and is available in 2 colors and patterns.