Osprey Manta 24 Mens Hydration Backpack vs Osprey Talon 22 Backpack

The main difference between the Osprey Manta 24 Mens Hydration Backpack and the Osprey Talon 22 Backpack is that the Manta 24 Mens Hydration Backpack has Organizer Pocket (Front pocket with internal organization) while the Talon 22 Backpack does not.

Osprey Manta 24 Hydration Backpack Front View
Osprey Talon 22 Backpack
Specs Brand Osprey Osprey
Name Manta 24 Mens Hydration Backpack Talon 22 Backpack
Category Hydration Hiking
Sub Category Hiking Daypack
Capacity (L) 24L 22L
Dimensions (in) 22.0 x 14.2 x 11.8 22.05 x 9.84 x 9.06
Weight (lb) 2.9 2
Fabric 210D x 630D Nylon Dobby Recycled 100D x 210D Nylon, PFC-free DWR
Color Black, Green 4 color and patterns
Warranty Osprey Lifetime Warranty Osprey Lifetime Warranty
Release Date December 28, 2018 July 12, 2019
Rating 4.8 4.8
Price Under $175 Under $150
General Features Shoulder Straps Padded shoulder straps Adjustable padded shoulder straps
Sternum / Chest Straps Adjustable sternum strap with magnetic closure and bite valve attachment Adjustable sternum strap with whistle buckle
Hip Belt / Waist Strap Padded hip belt Biostretch hipbelt with pockets
Main Compartment Access Normal zipped access Normal zipped access
External Pockets 3 front pockets, 2 side pockets and 2 hip belt pockets Stretch woven harness pocket, hydration pocket, stretch-mesh front panel pocket, top pocket, and 2 side pockets
Internal Compartments Internal zippered mesh pocket with key clip
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 tool loop with bungee tie off LidLock bike helmet and blinker light attachment
Business & School Features Organizer Pocket Front pocket with internal organization
Travel Features Compression Straps External compression straps External compression straps
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Highly ventilated, 3D-tensioned open mesh AirSpeed backpanel Airscape back panel
Rain Cover Integrated raincover
Load Lifters Yes
Adjustable Length Torso Adjustable harness system Harness system easily adjusts to fit various torso lengths
Hip Belt Pockets Yes
Trekking Pole Holders Yes Yes
Reflective Safety Strips Reflective accent
Hydration Features Bladder Size Includes 2.5L LT reservoir
Hydration Compatible Yes

You're currently comparing the Manta 24 Mens Hydration Backpack by Osprey against the Talon 22 Backpack by Osprey .


Osprey 's Manta 24 Mens Hydration Backpack is a Hydration backpack with Hiking features while Osprey 's Talon 22 Backpack is a Hiking backpack with Daypack 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 Osprey Talon 22 Backpack's capacity is 22L with a size of 22.05 x 9.84 x 9.06 inches. Constructed from Recycled 100D x 210D Nylon, PFC-free DWR it weighs 2 pounds and is available in 4 color and patterns.