The main difference between the Osprey Hikelite 26 Hiking Backpack and the Osprey Porter 46 Carry On Backpack is that the Hikelite 26 Hiking Backpack has Back Panel (Ventilated AirSpeed backpanel) while the Porter 46 Carry On Backpack does not.
Specs | Brand | Osprey | Osprey |
Name | Hikelite 26 Hiking Backpack | Porter 46 Carry On Backpack | |
Category | Hiking | Carry On | |
Sub Category | Daypack | Travel | |
Capacity (L) | 26L | 46L | |
Dimensions (in) | 18.9 x 10.83 x 10.83 | 21.5 x 14 x 9 | |
Weight (lb) | 1.6 | 3.3 | |
Fabric | 100D Nylon Mini Diamond Shadow | Recycled 500D Nylon Packcloth PFC Free DWR | |
Color | 5 colors and patterns | 5 colors and patterns | |
Warranty | Osprey Lifetime Warranty | Osprey Lifetime Warranty | |
Release Date | August 2, 2012 | April 22, 2017 | |
Rating | 4.7 | 4.8 | |
Price | Under $100 | Under $150 | |
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 | Adjustable hip belt | |
Main Compartment Access | Normal zipped access | Clamshell | |
External Pockets | Scratch resistant organization pocket and 2 side pockets | 1 top, front, bottom and back zipped pocket | |
Side Pockets | Side pockets can fit water bottle and other accessories | Dual internal side pockets | |
Water Bottle | Yes | No | |
Handles | Top grab handle | Padded top and side handles | |
Loops and Attachments | Trekking pole attachment | Reinforced cord loops | |
Business & School Features | Laptop Sleeve | Lockable, padded laptop compartment fits up to 15" | |
Organizer Pocket | Front utility pocket with organizer | ||
Travel Features | Carry-on Size Compliant | 44.5 linear inches carry on size compliant | |
Compression Straps | External compression straps | Internal and external compression straps | |
Stowable Straps | Removable webbing hipbelt | Stowaway harness and hip belt | |
Luggage Straps / Trolley Sleeve | Padded luggage handle pass-through | ||
Hiking / Backpacking Features | Back Panel | Ventilated AirSpeed backpanel | |
Rain Cover | Integrated raincover | ||
Internal / External Frame | LightWire internal frame | ||
Trekking Pole Holders | Yes | ||
Anti Theft Features | Lockable Zippers | Lockable zipper head | |
Gym / Sports Features | Shoe Compartment | Bottom shoe compartment | |
Hydration Features | Bladder Size | Holds 3L hydration reservoir | |
Hydration Compatible | Yes |
Osprey 's Hikelite 26 Hiking Backpack is a Hiking backpack with Daypack features while Osprey 's Porter 46 Carry On Backpack is a Carry On backpack with Travel 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 Porter 46 Carry On Backpack's capacity is 46L with a size of 21.5 x 14 x 9 inches. Constructed from Recycled 500D Nylon Packcloth PFC Free DWR it weighs 3.3 pounds and is available in 5 colors and patterns.
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