Osprey Syncro 20 Hydration Backpack vs Osprey Transporter Roll Top Backpack

The main difference between the Osprey Syncro 20 Hydration Backpack and the Osprey Transporter Roll Top Backpack is that the Syncro 20 Hydration Backpack has Handles (Top grab handle) while the Transporter Roll Top Backpack does not.

Osprey Syncro 20 Hydration Backpack Front View
Osprey Transporter Roll Top Backpack Front View
Specs Brand Osprey Osprey
Name Syncro 20 Hydration Backpack Transporter Roll Top Backpack
Category Hydration Commuter
Sub Category Outdoor Everyday
Capacity (L) 20L 25L
Dimensions (in) 18.9 x 10.4 x 10.6 19.7 x 12.61 x 9.85
Weight (lb) 1.9 2.1
Fabric 100D Nylon Mini Honey Comb 400D Nylon TPU Double Coated
Color 3 colors and patterns 8 colors and patterns
Warranty Osprey Lifetime Warranty Osprey Lifetime Warranty
Release Date December 28, 2018 May 16, 2019
Rating 4.9 4.7
Price Under $150 Under $100
General Features Shoulder Straps Bike-specific wing shaped shoulder straps Padded shoulder straps
Sternum / Chest Straps Adjustable sternum strap with magnetic valve Adjustable sternum strap with safety whistle
Hip Belt / Waist Strap Airmesh wrap hipbelt with pockets Removable 25 mm web hipbelt
Water Proof / Water Resistant Weather resistant material
Main Compartment Access Normal zipped access Roll top opening with webbing and aluminium buckle closure
External Pockets Front stretch mesh pocket, scratch-free top slash pocket, and 2 side pockets 2 zipped side pockets
Internal Compartments Magazine/document sleeve and internal organization
Side Pockets Side pockets can fit water bottle Side pockets can hold water bottle and umbrella
Water Bottle Yes Yes
Handles Top grab handle
Loops and Attachments LidLock helmet carry, light loop attachment Loop for blinky light attachment
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Padded laptop sleeve fits up to 15"
Organizer Pocket Zippered tool organization pocket
Travel Features Compression Straps External compression straps
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel AirSpeed backpanel AirScape mesh-covered ridged foam 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
Hydration Compatible Yes

You're currently comparing the Syncro 20 Hydration Backpack by Osprey against the Transporter Roll Top Backpack by Osprey .


Osprey 's Syncro 20 Hydration Backpack is a Hydration backpack with Outdoor features while Osprey 's Transporter Roll Top Backpack is a Commuter backpack with Everyday 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 Transporter Roll Top Backpack's capacity is 25L with a size of 19.7 x 12.61 x 9.85 inches. Constructed from 400D Nylon TPU Double Coated it weighs 2.1 pounds and is available in 8 colors and patterns.