Osprey Syncro 20 Hydration Backpack vs Hydro Flask 14L Down Shift Hydration Backpack

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

Osprey Syncro 20 Hydration Backpack Front View
Hydro Flask 14L Down Shift Hydration Backpack Front View
Specs Brand Osprey Hydro Flask
Name Syncro 20 Hydration Backpack 14L Down Shift Hydration Backpack
Category Hydration Hydration
Sub Category Outdoor Outdoor
Capacity (L) 20L 14L
Dimensions (in) 18.9 x 10.4 x 10.6 18 x 10 x 7
Weight (lb) 1.9 2.2
Fabric 100D Nylon Mini Honey Comb
Color 3 colors and patterns 3 colors and patterns
Warranty Osprey Lifetime Warranty Hydro Flask Lifetime Warranty
Release Date December 28, 2018 January 9, 2020
Rating 4.9 4.9
Price Under $150 Under $150
General Features Shoulder Straps Bike-specific wing shaped shoulder straps Adjustable shoulder straps
Sternum / Chest Straps Adjustable sternum strap with magnetic valve Adjustable sternum strap with integrated whistle
Hip Belt / Waist Strap Airmesh wrap hipbelt with pockets Adjustable hip strap
Main Compartment Access Normal zipped access Normal zipped access
External Pockets Front stretch mesh pocket, scratch-free top slash pocket, and 2 side pockets Soft pocket for sunglasses or a phone
Internal Compartments Insulated hydration sleeve
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 Helmet attachment loops, webbing loop for bike light attachment
Business & School Features Organizer Pocket Zippered tool organization pocket
Travel Features Compression Straps External compression straps
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel AirSpeed backpanel Padded back panel
Rain Cover Integrated removable high-visibility raincover
Load Lifters Yes
Hip Belt Pockets Yes
Hydration Features Bladder Size Includes Osprey Hydraulics® LT 2.5L reservoir HydraPak® IsoBound™ 2L Insulated Reservoir
Hydration Compatible Yes Yes
Other Features Other Features High-flow HydraPak® Blaster Bite Valve self-seals after each sip

You're currently comparing the Syncro 20 Hydration Backpack by Osprey against the 14L Down Shift Hydration Backpack by Hydro Flask .


Osprey 's Syncro 20 Hydration Backpack is a Hydration backpack with Outdoor features while Hydro Flask 's 14L Down Shift 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 Hydro Flask 14L Down Shift Hydration Backpack's capacity is 14L with a size of 18 x 10 x 7 inches. Constructed from it weighs 2.2 pounds and is available in 3 colors and patterns.