Osprey Manta 24 Mens Hydration Backpack vs Columbia Tandem Trail 16L Backpack

The main difference between the Osprey Manta 24 Mens Hydration Backpack and the Columbia Tandem Trail 16L Backpack is that the Manta 24 Mens Hydration Backpack has Hip Belt / Waist Strap (Padded hip belt ) while the Tandem Trail 16L Backpack does not.

Osprey Manta 24 Hydration Backpack Front View
Columbia Tandem Trail 16L Backpack - Front View
Specs Brand Osprey Columbia
Name Manta 24 Mens Hydration Backpack Tandem Trail 16L Backpack
Category Hydration Hiking
Sub Category Hiking Hydration
Capacity (L) 24L 16L
Dimensions (in) 22.0 x 14.2 x 11.8 17.7 x 10.4 x 5.7
Weight (lb) 2.9 0.66
Fabric 210D x 630D Nylon Dobby 100% Nylon
Color Black, Green Black Fallgrass/Black
Warranty Osprey Lifetime Warranty
Release Date December 28, 2018
Rating 4.8 4.2
Price Under $175 Under $75
General Features Shoulder Straps Padded shoulder straps Lightweight and breathable shoulder straps
Sternum / Chest Straps Adjustable sternum strap with magnetic closure and bite valve attachment Adjustable sternum strap
Hip Belt / Waist Strap Padded hip belt
Zippers Nylon with reflective zipper pulls
Main Compartment Access Normal zipped access Normal top zipped access
External Pockets 3 front pockets, 2 side pockets and 2 hip belt pockets Two water bottle pockets
Internal Compartments Laptop mesh sleeve
Side Pockets Side pockets can fit water bottle and other accessories
Water Bottle Yes Yes
Handles Top grab handle Top grab handle
Loops and Attachments Trekking pole attachment, ice tool loop with bungee tie off
Lightweight Ultralight construction
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Padded
Organizer Pocket Front pocket with internal organization
Travel Features Compression Straps External compression straps
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Highly ventilated, 3D-tensioned open mesh AirSpeed backpanel Padded and quilted backpanel
Rain Cover Integrated raincover
Load Lifters Yes
Adjustable Length Torso Adjustable harness system
Hip Belt Pockets Yes
Trekking Pole Holders Yes Trekking pole attachments
Reflective Safety Strips Reflective accent
Hydration Features Bladder Size Includes 2.5L LT reservoir
Hydration Compatible Yes
Other Features Other Features Hydration compatible, Versatile and customizable Twin Slot webbing

You're currently comparing the Manta 24 Mens Hydration Backpack by Osprey against the Tandem Trail 16L Backpack by Columbia.


Osprey 's Manta 24 Mens Hydration Backpack is a Hydration backpack with Hiking features while Columbia's Tandem Trail 16L Backpack is a Hiking backpack with Hydration features.

The Osprey Manta 24 Mens Hydration Backpack has a capacity of 24L (liters), weighs 2.9 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 22.0 x 14.2 x 11.8. It's made of 210D x 630D Nylon Dobby and is available in Black, Green in comparison the Columbia Tandem Trail 16L Backpack's capacity is 16L with a size of 17.7 x 10.4 x 5.7 inches. Constructed from 100% Nylon it weighs 0.66 pounds and is available in Black Fallgrass/Black.