Osprey Syncro 20 Hydration Backpack vs Dakine Drafter 14L Hydration Backpack

The main difference between the Osprey Syncro 20 Hydration Backpack and the Dakine Drafter 14L Hydration Backpack is that the Syncro 20 Hydration Backpack has Side Pockets (Side pockets can fit water bottle) while the Drafter 14L Hydration Backpack does not.

Osprey Syncro 20 Hydration Backpack Front View
Dakine Drafter 14L Hydration Backpack Front View
Specs Brand Osprey Dakine
Name Syncro 20 Hydration Backpack Drafter 14L Hydration Backpack
Category Hydration Hydration
Sub Category Outdoor Outdoor
Capacity (L) 20L 14L
Dimensions (in) 18.9 x 10.4 x 10.6 8 x 10 x 6.5
Weight (lb) 1.9 2.0
Fabric 100D Nylon Mini Honey Comb 100% 450D Ripstop Recycled Polyester
Color 3 colors and patterns 2 colors and patterns
Warranty Osprey Lifetime Warranty Dakine 10 Year Limited Lifetime Warranty
Release Date December 28, 2018
Rating 4.9 4.0
Price Under $150 Under $150
General Features Shoulder Straps Bike-specific wing shaped shoulder straps Breathable ergonomic shoulder straps
Sternum / Chest Straps Adjustable sternum strap with magnetic valve Sternum strap with whistle buckle
Hip Belt / Waist Strap Airmesh wrap hipbelt with pockets Padded hip belt with pockets
Main Compartment Access Normal zipped access Normal zipped access
External Pockets Front stretch mesh pocket, scratch-free top slash pocket, and 2 side pockets Padded fleece top pocket
Internal Compartments Internal ebike battery storage and pockets
Side Pockets Side pockets can fit water bottle
Water Bottle Yes No
Handles Top grab handle Top grab handle
Loops and Attachments LidLock helmet carry, light loop attachment Deployable external carry straps
Business & School Features Organizer Pocket Zippered tool organization pocket Internal organizer pockets
Travel Features Compression Straps External compression straps External compression straps
Rear Loading Straps Yes
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel AirSpeed backpanel AirLite Suspension backpanel
Rain Cover Integrated removable high-visibility raincover
Load Lifters Yes
Hip Belt Pockets Yes
Reflective Safety Strips Reflective panel and safety light attach
Hydration Features Bladder Size Includes Osprey Hydraulics® LT 2.5L reservoir 3L Dakine x Hydrapak® 3D lumbar reservoir w/ quick disconnect
Hydration Compatible Yes Yes

You're currently comparing the Syncro 20 Hydration Backpack by Osprey against the Drafter 14L Hydration Backpack by Dakine .


Osprey 's Syncro 20 Hydration Backpack is a Hydration backpack with Outdoor features while Dakine 's Drafter 14L Hydration Backpack is a Hydration backpack with Outdoor features.

The Osprey Syncro 20 Hydration Backpack has a capacity of 20L (liters), weighs 1.9 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 18.9 x 10.4 x 10.6. It's made of 100D Nylon Mini Honey Comb and is available in 3 colors and patterns in comparison the Dakine Drafter 14L Hydration Backpack's capacity is 14L with a size of 8 x 10 x 6.5 inches. Constructed from 100% 450D Ripstop Recycled Polyester it weighs 2.0 pounds and is available in 2 colors and patterns.