Osprey Syncro 20 Hydration Backpack vs Osprey Hikelite 26 Hiking Backpack

The main difference between the Osprey Syncro 20 Hydration Backpack and the Osprey Hikelite 26 Hiking Backpack is that the Syncro 20 Hydration Backpack has Organizer Pocket (Zippered tool organization pocket) while the Hikelite 26 Hiking Backpack does not.

Osprey Syncro 20 Hydration Backpack Front View
Osprey Hikelite 26 Hiking Backpack Side View
Specs Brand Osprey Osprey
Name Syncro 20 Hydration Backpack Hikelite 26 Hiking Backpack
Category Hydration Hiking
Sub Category Outdoor Daypack
Capacity (L) 20L 26L
Dimensions (in) 18.9 x 10.4 x 10.6 18.9 x 10.83 x 10.83
Weight (lb) 1.9 1.6
Fabric 100D Nylon Mini Honey Comb 100D Nylon Mini Diamond Shadow
Color 3 colors and patterns 5 colors and patterns
Warranty Osprey Lifetime Warranty Osprey Lifetime Warranty
Release Date December 28, 2018 August 2, 2012
Rating 4.9 4.7
Price Under $150 Under $100
General Features Shoulder Straps Bike-specific wing shaped shoulder straps Adjustable shoulder straps
Sternum / Chest Straps Adjustable sternum strap with magnetic valve Sternum strap with whistle
Hip Belt / Waist Strap Airmesh wrap hipbelt with pockets Removable webbing hipbelt
Main Compartment Access Normal zipped access Normal zipped access
External Pockets Front stretch mesh pocket, scratch-free top slash pocket, and 2 side pockets Scratch resistant organization pocket and 2 side pockets
Side Pockets Side pockets can fit water bottle Side pockets can fit water bottle and other accessories
Water Bottle Yes Yes
Handles Top grab handle Top grab handle
Loops and Attachments LidLock helmet carry, light loop attachment Trekking pole attachment
Business & School Features Organizer Pocket Zippered tool organization pocket
Travel Features Compression Straps External compression straps External compression straps
Stowable Straps Removable webbing hipbelt
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel AirSpeed backpanel Ventilated AirSpeed backpanel
Rain Cover Integrated removable high-visibility raincover Integrated raincover
Load Lifters Yes
Internal / External Frame LightWire internal frame
Hip Belt Pockets Yes
Trekking Pole Holders Yes
Hydration Features Bladder Size Includes Osprey Hydraulics® LT 2.5L reservoir Holds 3L hydration reservoir
Hydration Compatible Yes Yes

You're currently comparing the Syncro 20 Hydration Backpack by Osprey against the Hikelite 26 Hiking Backpack by Osprey .


Osprey 's Syncro 20 Hydration Backpack is a Hydration backpack with Outdoor features while Osprey 's Hikelite 26 Hiking Backpack is a Hiking backpack with Daypack 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 Hikelite 26 Hiking Backpack's capacity is 26L with a size of 18.9 x 10.83 x 10.83 inches. Constructed from 100D Nylon Mini Diamond Shadow it weighs 1.6 pounds and is available in 5 colors and patterns.