Osprey Syncro 20 Hydration Backpack vs Osprey Airporter Backpack

The main difference between the Osprey Syncro 20 Hydration Backpack and the Osprey Airporter Backpack is that the Syncro 20 Hydration Backpack has Sternum / Chest Straps (Adjustable sternum strap with magnetic valve) while the Airporter Backpack does not.

Osprey Syncro 20 Hydration Backpack Front View
Osprey Airporter Backpack - Front View
Specs Brand Osprey Osprey
Name Syncro 20 Hydration Backpack Airporter Backpack
Category Hydration Backpacking
Sub Category Outdoor Travel
Capacity (L) 20L 50L
Dimensions (in) 18.9 x 10.4 x 10.6 10 x 12 x 4
Weight (lb) 1.9 1.12
Fabric 100D Nylon Mini Honey Comb Nylon Double Ripstop
Color 3 colors and patterns Shadow Grey
Warranty Osprey Lifetime Warranty Lifetime
Release Date December 28, 2018 August 9, 2015
Rating 4.9
Price Under $150 Under $75
General Features Shoulder Straps Bike-specific wing shaped shoulder straps Comfortable stow away shoulder strap
Sternum / Chest Straps Adjustable sternum strap with magnetic valve
Hip Belt / Waist Strap Airmesh wrap hipbelt with pockets
Main Compartment Access Normal zipped access Large lockable zipper access
External Pockets Front stretch mesh pocket, scratch-free top slash pocket, and 2 side pockets ID card window
Side Pockets Side pockets can fit water bottle
Water Bottle Yes
Handles Top grab handle Top and side grab handle
Loops and Attachments LidLock helmet carry, light loop attachment
Business & School Features Organizer Pocket Zippered tool organization pocket
Travel Features Compression Straps External compression straps
Stowable Straps Shoulder strap
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel AirSpeed backpanel
Rain Cover Integrated removable high-visibility raincover
Load Lifters Yes
Hip Belt Pockets Yes
Anti Theft Features Lockable Zippers Large lockable zipper
Hydration Features Bladder Size Includes Osprey Hydraulics® LT 2.5L reservoir
Hydration Compatible Yes
Other Features Other Features Compact duffel to carry extra gear

You're currently comparing the Syncro 20 Hydration Backpack by Osprey against the Airporter Backpack by Osprey.


Osprey 's Syncro 20 Hydration Backpack is a Hydration backpack with Outdoor features while Osprey's Airporter Backpack is a Backpacking backpack with Travel 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 Osprey Airporter Backpack's capacity is 50L with a size of 10 x 12 x 4 inches. Constructed from Nylon Double Ripstop it weighs 1.12 pounds and is available in Shadow Grey.