Osprey Sylva 5 Womens Hydration Backpack vs Eddie Bauer Alchemist 40/55 Backpack

The main difference between the Osprey Sylva 5 Womens Hydration Backpack and the Eddie Bauer Alchemist 40/55 Backpack is that the Sylva 5 Womens Hydration Backpack has External Pockets (Dedicated hydration compartment, front stretch mesh pocket, scratch-free zippered slash pocket) while the Alchemist 40/55 Backpack does not.

Osprey Sylva 5 Womens Hydration Backpack FRont View
Eddie Bauer Alchemist 40_55 Backpack - Front View
Specs Brand Osprey Eddie Bauer
Name Sylva 5 Womens Hydration Backpack Alchemist 40/55 Backpack
Category Hydration Hydration
Sub Category Outdoor Outdoor
Capacity (L) 5L 40L - 55L
Dimensions (in) 15.7 x 10.4 x 6.7 26.75 x 11.4 x 8.25
Weight (lb) 1.3 3 lbs. 14 oz.
Fabric 100D Nylon Mini Honey Comb 100% nylon
Color 3 colors and patterns Dark Smoke
Warranty Osprey Lifetime Warranty
Release Date December 28, 2018 May 1, 2012
Rating 4.9 4.6
Price Under $125 Under $250
General Features Shoulder Straps Bike-specific shaped shoulder straps J shape - adjustable padded strap
Sternum / Chest Straps Adjustable sternum strap with magnetic valve Adjustable chest strap
Hip Belt / Waist Strap Padded spacermesh hipwings with webbing ErgoPull waist strap Removable waist belt
Zippers Nylon zipper with string pulls
Main Compartment Access Normal zipped access Main compartment side zip—quick access
External Pockets Dedicated hydration compartment, front stretch mesh pocket, scratch-free zippered slash pocket
Water Bottle No
Handles Top grab handle Top grab handle
Loops and Attachments LidLock helmet carry, loop for blinky light attachment
Lightweight Lightweight
Business & School Features Organizer Pocket Zippered tool organization pocket
Travel Features Compression Straps Compression-molded back panel
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel AirSpeed backpanel Padded
Rain Cover Integrated removable high-visibility raincover
Internal / External Frame Delrin internal frame with integrated tiedown points
Hydration Features Bladder Size Includes Osprey Hydraulics® LT 2.5L reservoir by Hydrapak
Hydration Compatible Yes Hydration Ready
Other Features Other Features Women's-specific fit and sizing

You're currently comparing the Sylva 5 Womens Hydration Backpack by Osprey against the Alchemist 40/55 Backpack by Eddie Bauer .


Osprey 's Sylva 5 Womens Hydration Backpack is a Hydration backpack with Outdoor features while Eddie Bauer 's Alchemist 40/55 Backpack is a Hydration backpack with Outdoor features.

The Osprey Sylva 5 Womens Hydration Backpack has a capacity of 5L (liters), weighs 1.3 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 15.7 x 10.4 x 6.7. It's made of 100D Nylon Mini Honey Comb and is available in 3 colors and patterns in comparison the Eddie Bauer Alchemist 40/55 Backpack's capacity is 40L - 55L with a size of 26.75 x 11.4 x 8.25 inches. Constructed from 100% nylon it weighs 3 lbs. 14 oz. pounds and is available in Dark Smoke.