Osprey Hikelite 26 Hiking Backpack vs Osprey Raptor 14 Men's Hydration Backpack

The main difference between the Osprey Hikelite 26 Hiking Backpack and the Osprey Raptor 14 Men's Hydration Backpack is that the Hikelite 26 Hiking Backpack has Side Pockets (Side pockets can fit water bottle and other accessories) while the Raptor 14 Men's Hydration Backpack does not.

Osprey Hikelite 26 Hiking Backpack Side View
Osprey Raptor 14 Men's Hydration Backpack Front View
Specs Brand Osprey Osprey
Name Hikelite 26 Hiking Backpack Raptor 14 Men's Hydration Backpack
Category Hiking Men's
Sub Category Daypack Hydration
Capacity (L) 26L 14L
Dimensions (in) 18.9 x 10.83 x 10.83 18.9 x 8.7 x 9.8
Weight (lb) 1.6 1.8
Fabric 100D Nylon Mini Diamond Shadow 210D Nylon Dobby
Color 5 colors and patterns 3 colors and patterns
Warranty Osprey Lifetime Warranty Osprey Lifetime Warranty
Release Date August 2, 2012 May 3, 2021
Rating 4.7 4.8
Price Under $100 Under $150
General Features Shoulder Straps Adjustable shoulder straps Bike-specific shape harness
Sternum / Chest Straps Sternum strap with whistle Lightweight sternum strap magnet
Hip Belt / Waist Strap Removable webbing hipbelt Stretch mesh zippered hipbelt pockets
Main Compartment Access Normal zipped access Normal zipped access
External Pockets Scratch resistant organization pocket and 2 side pockets Stretch mesh front pocket, front zippered stash pocket, and scratch-free, heat-embossed zippered slash pocket
Side Pockets Side pockets can fit water bottle and other accessories
Water Bottle Yes No
Handles Top grab handle Top grab handle
Loops and Attachments Trekking pole attachment LidLock bike helmet attachment, blink light loop attachment
Business & School Features Organizer Pocket Bike tool organization in main compartment
Travel Features Compression Straps External compression straps External compression straps
Stowable Straps Removable webbing hipbelt
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Ventilated AirSpeed backpanel Countouring AirScape backpanel
Rain Cover Integrated raincover
Internal / External Frame LightWire internal frame
Trekking Pole Holders Yes
Hydration Features Bladder Size Holds 3L hydration reservoir Included Osprey Hydraulics® LT 2.5L reservoir by Hydrapak
Hydration Compatible Yes Yes

You're currently comparing the Hikelite 26 Hiking Backpack by Osprey against the Raptor 14 Men's Hydration Backpack by Osprey .


Osprey 's Hikelite 26 Hiking Backpack is a Hiking backpack with Daypack features while Osprey 's Raptor 14 Men's Hydration Backpack is a Men's backpack with Hydration 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 Raptor 14 Men's Hydration Backpack's capacity is 14L with a size of 18.9 x 8.7 x 9.8 inches. Constructed from 210D Nylon Dobby it weighs 1.8 pounds and is available in 3 colors and patterns.

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