Osprey Syncro 20 Hydration Backpack vs Osprey Ultralight Stuff Backpack

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

Osprey Syncro 20 Hydration Backpack Front View
Osprey Ultralight Stuff Backpack Front View
Specs Brand Osprey Osprey
Name Syncro 20 Hydration Backpack Ultralight Stuff Backpack
Category Hydration Hiking
Sub Category Outdoor Daypack
Capacity (L) 20L 18L
Dimensions (in) 18.9 x 10.4 x 10.6 17 x 9 x 7
Weight (lb) 1.9 0.2
Fabric 100D Nylon Mini Honey Comb 40D Nylon Ripstop
Color 3 colors and patterns 4 colors and patterns
Warranty Osprey Lifetime Warranty Osprey Lifetime Warranty
Release Date December 28, 2018 May 30, 2015
Rating 4.9 4.6
Price Under $150 Under $50
General Features Shoulder Straps Bike-specific wing shaped shoulder straps Breathable mesh shoulder straps
Sternum / Chest Straps Adjustable sternum strap with magnetic valve
Hip Belt / Waist Strap Airmesh wrap hipbelt with pockets
Main Compartment Access Normal zipped access Normal zipped access
External Pockets Front stretch mesh pocket, scratch-free top slash pocket, and 2 side pockets 1 zipped top pocket and 2 side pockets
Side Pockets Side pockets can fit water bottle Side pockets can fit water bottle
Water Bottle Yes Yes
Handles Top grab handle Top grab handle
Loops and Attachments LidLock helmet carry, light loop attachment
Business & School Features Organizer Pocket Zippered tool organization pocket
Travel Features Packable / Foldable Folds into its built-in storage pocket
Compression Straps External compression straps
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel AirSpeed backpanel
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 Ultralight Stuff Backpack by Osprey .


Osprey 's Syncro 20 Hydration Backpack is a Hydration backpack with Outdoor features while Osprey 's Ultralight Stuff 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 Ultralight Stuff Backpack's capacity is 18L with a size of 17 x 9 x 7 inches. Constructed from 40D Nylon Ripstop it weighs 0.2 pounds and is available in 4 colors and patterns .