Osprey Syncro 20 Hydration Backpack vs Eddie Bauer Alchemist 40/55 Backpack

The main difference between the Osprey Syncro 20 Hydration Backpack and the Eddie Bauer Alchemist 40/55 Backpack is that the Syncro 20 Hydration Backpack has External Pockets (Front stretch mesh pocket, scratch-free top slash pocket, and 2 side pockets) while the Alchemist 40/55 Backpack does not.

Osprey Syncro 20 Hydration Backpack Front View
Eddie Bauer Alchemist 40_55 Backpack - Front View
Specs Brand Osprey Eddie Bauer
Name Syncro 20 Hydration Backpack Alchemist 40/55 Backpack
Category Hydration Hydration
Sub Category Outdoor Outdoor
Capacity (L) 20L 40L - 55L
Dimensions (in) 18.9 x 10.4 x 10.6 26.75 x 11.4 x 8.25
Weight (lb) 1.9 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 $150 Under $250
General Features Shoulder Straps Bike-specific wing shaped shoulder straps J shape - adjustable padded strap
Sternum / Chest Straps Adjustable sternum strap with magnetic valve Adjustable chest strap
Hip Belt / Waist Strap Airmesh wrap hipbelt with pockets Removable waist belt
Zippers Nylon zipper with string pulls
Main Compartment Access Normal zipped access Main compartment side zip—quick access
External Pockets Front stretch mesh pocket, scratch-free top slash pocket, and 2 side pockets
Side Pockets Side pockets can fit water bottle
Water Bottle Yes
Handles Top grab handle Top grab handle
Loops and Attachments LidLock helmet carry, light loop attachment
Lightweight Lightweight
Business & School Features Organizer Pocket Zippered tool organization pocket
Travel Features Compression Straps External compression straps Compression-molded back panel
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel AirSpeed backpanel Padded
Rain Cover Integrated removable high-visibility raincover
Load Lifters Yes
Internal / External Frame Delrin internal frame with integrated tiedown points
Hip Belt Pockets Yes
Hydration Features Bladder Size Includes Osprey Hydraulics® LT 2.5L reservoir
Hydration Compatible Yes Hydration Ready

You're currently comparing the Syncro 20 Hydration Backpack by Osprey against the Alchemist 40/55 Backpack by Eddie Bauer .


Osprey 's Syncro 20 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 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 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.